Wroughton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 11,007 residents, 48 crimes were reported in Wroughton during October 2023, translating to a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 people. This figure is 45% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, highlighting a safer environment compared to the national context. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (10 incidents, 20.8% of total) and anti-social behaviour (10 incidents, 20.8% of total), both of which fell significantly below the UK averages for their categories. The remaining 68.4% of crimes were spread across property-related offences, public order issues, and less frequent categories. October’s seasonal context—shorter days, Halloween, and the clocks going back—may have influenced patterns, though the overall stability in crime rates suggests resilience to typical seasonal fluctuations. The area’s lower-than-average rates for violent crime and anti-social behaviour could reflect community cohesion or effective local policing, though these factors remain speculative without further data. Property crimes, while lower than the UK average, accounted for a third of all incidents, underscoring the need for continued focus on prevention strategies in this category.

October 2023 saw a marked 52.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 21 to 10 incidents. This decline may align with seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity or community initiatives. Conversely, other crime and possession of weapons both increased by 100% compared to September, suggesting emerging issues that warrant closer attention. Public order offences were 19% above the UK average, potentially linked to local events or increased foot traffic during October. Shoplifting and vehicle crime fell sharply below UK averages by 66% and 81% respectively, which may be attributed to the area’s character—a lower concentration of retail hubs or fewer parked vehicles in public spaces. These shifts in crime mix highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns and the importance of tailored responses to specific trends.

Wroughton’s crime rate in October 2023 (4.4 per 1,000) marked an 11.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000, indicating a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day—a frequency that, while low, remains a local concern for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 229 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low risk of victimisation compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 11,007, the 48 total crimes equate to a manageable burden for local services, though the increase in other crime and possession of weapons suggests areas for targeted intervention. These figures, when contextualised against the UK average, reinforce Wroughton’s position as a safer built-up area within Swindon, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.