Winchester CSP Annual Survey
In June 2011 the Winchester Community Safety Team carried out consultation on behalf of Active Communities Change Plan to seek the views of local people, to find out more about their opinions and experiences. The topics covered were:
- Crime and Anti Social Behaviour (ASB)
- Health and Well Being
- Winchester Celebration's for London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games
The survey was conducted via an on line questionnaire, forwarded to: members, parish clerks and Citizens Panel. Links were also sent to the voluntary sector, partnership agencies and local educational establishments. The survey was promoted through the press, WCC health walks and on the WCC website. Consultation events were held with Over 55s forum and Youth Council. A total of 676 responded, this is an increase of 27.5% compared to 2010 total of 530.
The WCSP used the results of survey to identify community priorities and contribute to the annual crime and disorder review, see WCSP Strategic Assessment 2011. We will be using the results of the consultation to shape how resources are going to be used and develop/improve services throughout the coming year.
The full results of the survey are available as a related downloadable document from this page. If you have any questions about this consultation please contact Lorraine Ireland, Community Researcher and Analyst at communitysafety@winchester.gov.uk or tel: 01962 848 423.
The section below identifies some of the main findings of the survey.
Which three crime and disorder issues would you most like the Winchester CSP to tackle?
When looking at the top 3 responses for crime & disorder concerns, the most favoured option selected was Anti Social Behaviour and burglary both achieving 37.6% (238), thirdly violent crime at 31.6% (200).
When looking at the respondents first choice the majority opted for violent crime as their main concern at 21.3% (135). This is similar to the 2010 WCSP Survey.
Thinking about the scenario, how safe or unsafe do you feel in your local area?
98.2% (628) of respondents very or fairly safe when outside in their local area during the daylight, and 87.1% (557) felt safe when outside in the local area during the dark.
Within your area which three of the following do you think could be done to make the area a safer place? (Please place in order of preference)
64.9% (407) of respondents felt that more police patrols would make the area a safer place, followed by detecting and arresting offenders at 53.5% (336). This remains unchanged from the 2010 WCSP Survey.