Crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne: statistics, rates and trends
103 crimes were recorded in Winterborne & Broadmayne in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 20% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne at a glance
- Crime trends in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- Types of crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- Winterborne & Broadmayne compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- What happened after crimes were reported in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- Population and deprivation in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- Questions about crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne
- About this data
103 crimes were recorded in Winterborne & Broadmayne in the 12 months to July 2026, 24.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 20% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 38 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Winterborne & Broadmayne has the 3,871st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Winterborne & Broadmayne | Dorset | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 103 | 20,740 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 24.5 | 53.2 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -20% | -6% | -1% |
| Population | 4,206 | 389,947 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne was highest in the year to July 2021 (159 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (103). Over the whole period it fell 27%, 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 | 103 | 24.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 129 | 30.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 129 | 30.7 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 121 | 28.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 111 | 26.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 159 | 37.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 148 | 35.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 127 | 30.2 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 141 | 33.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 13 |
| June 2026 | 6 |
| May 2026 | 12 |
| April 2026 | 9 |
| March 2026 | 7 |
| February 2026 | 5 |
| January 2026 | 6 |
| December 2025 | 9 |
| November 2025 | 8 |
| October 2025 | 7 |
| September 2025 | 6 |
| August 2025 | 15 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Winterborne & Broadmayne 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 increases were in anti-social behaviour (+17%). The largest falls were in violence and sexual offences (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 38 | 9.0 | 0.26 | -19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 27 | 6.4 | 0.42 | +17% |
| Other theft | 9 | 2.1 | 0.33 | +12% |
| Public order | 7 | 1.7 | 0.25 | -53% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 | 1.0 | 0.14 | -67% |
| Drugs | 4 | 1.0 | 0.29 | +100% |
| Burglary | 3 | 0.7 | 0.20 | -25% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.7 | 0.34 | -50% |
| Shoplifting | 3 | 0.7 | 0.09 | +50% |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.7 | 0.14 | -70% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.2 | 0.29 | n/a |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.2 | 0.24 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 36.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 26.2% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 3.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 70% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Winterborne & Broadmayne 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 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Winterborne & Broadmayne
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Winterborne & Broadmayne, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Winterborne & Broadmayne.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Winterborne & Broadmayne |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dorchester West | 717 | 99.2 | +305% |
| Dorchester East | 490 | 53.0 | +116% |
| Dorchester Poundbury | 430 | 70.0 | +186% |
| Littlemoor & Preston | 630 | 56.3 | +130% |
| Upwey & Broadwey | 210 | 55.6 | +127% |
| Radipole | 708 | 84.2 | +244% |
| Charminster St Mary's | 171 | 21.7 | -11% |
| Crossways | 154 | 37.3 | +52% |
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 Winterborne & Broadmayne over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petrol Station | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area | 6 |
| On or near The Paddock | 5 |
| On or near Stafford Close | 5 |
| On or near Manor Grove | 4 |
| On or near Stonechat Close | 4 |
| On or near Monkton Hill | 4 |
| On or near Coombe Valley Road | 4 |
| On or near Valley Cottages | 4 |
| On or near Bakers Paddock | 3 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Winterborne & Broadmayne 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 27 | 26.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 27 | 26.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 19 | 18.4% |
| Under investigation | 10 | 9.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 5.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 3 | 2.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 2.9% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 1.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 1.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 1 | 1.0% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 1.0% |
Winterborne & Broadmayne has an estimated population of 4,206. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Winterborne & Broadmayne sits in decile 6.5, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Winterborne & Broadmayne |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.4% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 75.7% |
| Social rented homes | 8.9% |
| Private rented homes | 15.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.5 |
Is Winterborne & Broadmayne a safe place to live?
Winterborne & Broadmayne recorded 24.5 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 Winterborne & Broadmayne?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (27).
Is crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne going up or down?
Recorded crime in Winterborne & Broadmayne was down 20% on the year before: 103 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 129 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Winterborne & Broadmayne?
Winterborne & Broadmayne is policed by Dorset. 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 Winterborne & Broadmayne. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.