Amesbury Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Amesbury's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 25% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure reflects a combination of local and national factors, with the area's crime profile shaped by its rural character and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, accounted for 40.7% of all crimes, yet remained 9% below the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to Amesbury's status as a relatively isolated built-up area within Wiltshire, where community policing and low population density could contribute to lower rates of severe crimes. Anti-social behaviour, however, was 31% above the UK average, linked to the area's role as a tourist destination during the summer months, when festivals and events draw larger crowds. The seasonal context of July—peak tourism, school holidays, and outdoor events—likely influenced the crime mix, with public order offences and anti-social behaviour seeing higher reports. Property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, were significantly below UK averages, with burglary at 68% below and vehicle crime at 35% below. This pattern may align with the area's limited retail presence and lower population density, which reduce opportunities for such crimes. The overall crime rate, while rising from the previous month, remains well below national levels, suggesting that local factors such as community engagement and geographic isolation play a significant role in shaping Amesbury's crime profile.

July 2024 saw significant shifts in crime types, with drugs-related offences doubling from 0 to 2, and burglary and theft from the person each rising by 100%. These increases contrast with declines in other crime, shoplifting, and criminal damage and arson, which fell by 50% and 14.3% respectively. The breakdown reveals a stark divergence from the UK average: anti-social behaviour was 31% above the national rate, while public order offences were 22% below. This mix suggests that local factors, such as increased foot traffic during festivals, may contribute to higher anti-social behaviour, even as other categories remain below national levels. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 40.7% of all crimes—were 9% below the UK average, indicating a possible effectiveness of local initiatives or community cohesion in mitigating such incidents. Residents may find the 100% rise in drug-related crimes particularly concerning, as it marks a new category in the monthly tally.

Amesbury's crime rate in July 2024 rose 24.7% compared to the previous month, moving from 5.0 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 25% below the UK average of 8.4. Locally, 91 crimes were reported across 31 days, averaging roughly 3 crimes per day. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 160 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the rise, Amesbury's crime rate is still lower than the UK average, suggesting broader regional differences in policing or community dynamics. This contrast may reflect Wiltshire's rural character, where smaller populations and community engagement could contribute to lower overall crime rates compared to densely populated urban areas. The increase from June to July aligns with seasonal patterns, as July is a peak month for tourism and festivals, which may temporarily elevate certain types of crime.