Crime in Winsley & Westwood: statistics, rates and trends
109 crimes were recorded in Winsley & Westwood in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 22% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Winsley & Westwood at a glance
- Crime trends in Winsley & Westwood
- Types of crime in Winsley & Westwood
- Winsley & Westwood compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Winsley & Westwood
- What happened after crimes were reported in Winsley & Westwood
- Population and deprivation in Winsley & Westwood
- Questions about crime in Winsley & Westwood
- About this data
109 crimes were recorded in Winsley & Westwood in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 22% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 35 reports (32% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Winsley & Westwood has the 3,876th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Winsley & Westwood | Wiltshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 109 | 31,787 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 24.2 | 60.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -22% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 4,512 | 523,700 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Winsley & Westwood was highest in the year to July 2018 (176 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (109). Over the whole period it fell 38%, 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 | 109 | 24.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 140 | 31.0 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 114 | 25.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 127 | 28.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 118 | 26.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 135 | 29.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 134 | 29.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 170 | 37.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 176 | 39.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 11 |
| June 2026 | 12 |
| May 2026 | 12 |
| April 2026 | 10 |
| March 2026 | 6 |
| February 2026 | 8 |
| January 2026 | 7 |
| December 2025 | 9 |
| November 2025 | 8 |
| October 2025 | 12 |
| September 2025 | 7 |
| August 2025 | 7 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Winsley & Westwood 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 violence and sexual offences (-27%) and anti-social behaviour (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 35 | 7.8 | 0.23 | -27% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 21 | 4.7 | 0.30 | -19% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 12 | 2.7 | 0.39 | +100% |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.0 | 0.56 | -53% |
| Other theft | 9 | 2.0 | 0.31 | -47% |
| Public order | 9 | 2.0 | 0.30 | -36% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.9 | 0.27 | +300% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 0.9 | 0.18 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.46 | n/a |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.4 | 0.33 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.27 | n/a |
| Other crime | 1 | 0.2 | 0.10 | -75% |
Violence and sexual offences in Winsley & Westwood
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Winsley & Westwood recorded 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 32.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Winsley & Westwood
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Winsley & Westwood recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Winsley & Westwood
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Winsley & Westwood recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 11.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Winsley & Westwood
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Winsley & Westwood recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Winsley & Westwood
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Winsley & Westwood recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Winsley & Westwood
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Winsley & Westwood recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Winsley & Westwood
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Winsley & Westwood recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Winsley & Westwood
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Winsley & Westwood recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.7% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Winsley & Westwood
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Winsley & Westwood recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Winsley & Westwood
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Winsley & Westwood recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Winsley & Westwood
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Winsley & Westwood 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 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Winsley & Westwood
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Winsley & Westwood recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Winsley & Westwood, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Winsley & Westwood.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Winsley & Westwood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradford-on-Avon North | 264 | 43.5 | +80% |
| Bradford-on-Avon South | 297 | 65.9 | +173% |
| Trowbridge Lambrok | 341 | 62.6 | +159% |
| Trowbridge Adcroft | 538 | 127.5 | +428% |
| Holt | 234 | 41.0 | +70% |
| Trowbridge Central | 1,401 | 238.3 | +887% |
| Trowbridge Grove | 219 | 53.9 | +123% |
| Trowbridge Drynham | 630 | 110.4 | +357% |
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 Winsley & Westwood over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 10 |
| On or near The Orchard | 9 |
| On or near Blackberry Lane | 7 |
| On or near Lindisfarne Close | 7 |
| On or near B3108 | 5 |
| On or near Ashley Road | 5 |
| On or near Middle Stoke | 4 |
| On or near Sally In The Wood | 4 |
| On or near Boswell Road | 4 |
| On or near Broad Stones | 3 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Winsley & Westwood 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 31 | 28.4% |
| Not recorded | 21 | 19.3% |
| Under investigation | 19 | 17.4% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 17 | 15.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 11 | 10.1% |
| Local resolution | 7 | 6.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.9% |
Winsley & Westwood has an estimated population of 4,512. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Winsley & Westwood sits in decile 8.4, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Winsley & Westwood |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 52.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 81.4% |
| Social rented homes | 8.5% |
| Private rented homes | 10.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.4 |
Is Winsley & Westwood a safe place to live?
Winsley & Westwood recorded 24.2 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 Winsley & Westwood?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 35 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (21).
Is crime in Winsley & Westwood going up or down?
Recorded crime in Winsley & Westwood was down 22% on the year before: 109 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 140 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Winsley & Westwood?
Winsley & Westwood is policed by Wiltshire. 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 Winsley & Westwood. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.