Crime in Winsford Gravel: statistics, rates and trends
247 crimes were recorded in Winsford Gravel in the 12 months to July 2026, 60.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Winsford Gravel at a glance
- Crime trends in Winsford Gravel
- Types of crime in Winsford Gravel
- Winsford Gravel compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Winsford Gravel
- What happened after crimes were reported in Winsford Gravel
- Population and deprivation in Winsford Gravel
- Questions about crime in Winsford Gravel
- About this data
247 crimes were recorded in Winsford Gravel in the 12 months to July 2026, 60.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 127 reports (51% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Winsford Gravel has the 2,567th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Winsford Gravel | Cheshire West and Chester | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 247 | 27,080 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 60.6 | 72.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 4,076 | 371,652 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Winsford Gravel was highest in the year to July 2018 (410 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (247). Over the whole period it fell 40%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 247 | 60.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 251 | 61.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 300 | 73.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 280 | 68.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 385 | 94.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 322 | 79.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 379 | 93.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 308 | 75.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 410 | 100.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 31 |
| June 2026 | 23 |
| May 2026 | 25 |
| April 2026 | 25 |
| March 2026 | 20 |
| February 2026 | 18 |
| January 2026 | 24 |
| December 2025 | 17 |
| November 2025 | 19 |
| October 2025 | 20 |
| September 2025 | 13 |
| August 2025 | 12 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Winsford Gravel over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest falls were in anti-social behaviour (-50%) and criminal damage and arson (-48%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 127 | 31.2 | 0.91 | -7% |
| Public order | 25 | 6.1 | 0.92 | +39% |
| Burglary | 16 | 3.9 | 1.11 | +78% |
| Other theft | 16 | 3.9 | 0.61 | +45% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 15 | 3.7 | 0.24 | -50% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 12 | 2.9 | 0.43 | -48% |
| Vehicle crime | 11 | 2.7 | 0.55 | +267% |
| Drugs | 9 | 2.2 | 0.68 | +29% |
| Other crime | 8 | 2.0 | 0.93 | +14% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 1.0 | 0.12 | +300% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.5 | 0.51 | -50% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.30 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.18 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Winsford Gravel
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Winsford Gravel recorded 127 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (31.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 51.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Winsford Gravel
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Winsford Gravel recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 39% on the year before. It made up 10.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Winsford Gravel
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Winsford Gravel recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 78% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Winsford Gravel
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Winsford Gravel recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Winsford Gravel
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Winsford Gravel recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Winsford Gravel
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Winsford Gravel recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 48% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Winsford Gravel
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Winsford Gravel recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 267% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Winsford Gravel
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Winsford Gravel recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 29% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Winsford Gravel
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Winsford Gravel recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 14% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Winsford Gravel
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Winsford Gravel recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Winsford Gravel
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Winsford Gravel recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Winsford Gravel
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Winsford Gravel recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Winsford Gravel
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Winsford Gravel recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Winsford Gravel, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Winsford Gravel.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Winsford Gravel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winsford Wharton | 673 | 115.1 | +90% |
| Winsford Dene | 541 | 107.9 | +78% |
| Winsford Swanlow | 360 | 70.8 | +17% |
| Winsford Over & Verdin | 1,284 | 74.1 | +22% |
| Davenham, Moulton & Kingsmead | 398 | 34.7 | -43% |
| Hartford & Greenbank | 445 | 46.5 | -23% |
| Northwich Leftwich | 1,009 | 172.9 | +185% |
| Rudheath | 227 | 41.6 | -31% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Winsford Gravel over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Clive Lane | 23 |
| On or near Winsford | 21 |
| On or near Fernbank Close | 14 |
| On or near Seaton Street | 14 |
| On or near Walnut Drive | 14 |
| On or near Ribble Place | 13 |
| On or near Station Road | 10 |
| On or near Hemmings Place | 8 |
| On or near Middlewich Road | 8 |
| On or near Cedar Grove | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Winsford Gravel over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 118 | 47.8% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 47 | 19.0% |
| Under investigation | 33 | 13.4% |
| Not recorded | 15 | 6.1% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 4.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 6 | 2.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 5 | 2.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 4 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.8% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.8% |
Winsford Gravel has an estimated population of 4,076. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Winsford Gravel sits in decile 4.4, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Winsford Gravel |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23.5% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.8% |
| Social rented homes | 9.4% |
| Private rented homes | 14.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.4 |
Is Winsford Gravel a safe place to live?
Winsford Gravel recorded 60.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Winsford Gravel?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 127 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (25).
Is crime in Winsford Gravel going up or down?
Recorded crime in Winsford Gravel was down 2% on the year before: 247 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 251 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Winsford Gravel?
Winsford Gravel is policed by Cheshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Winsford Gravel. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.