Amesbury Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Amesbury's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 5.8 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing the area 24.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figures marks a continuation of a trend seen in recent months, with the built-up area maintaining a crime profile significantly lower than national benchmarks. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (39.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and shoplifting (10.7%). Seasonal factors appear to influence patterns, with April's Easter period and spring weather likely contributing to shifts in activity levels. While violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, the rate for this type of crime was 12% below the UK average, consistent with Amesbury's historically lower levels of violent crime compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour, though still a notable concern, was 5% above the UK average, suggesting localised pressures that may relate to the area's demographic profile or community dynamics. The relatively low rates of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (9 cases) and vehicle crime (2 cases), contrast with higher-than-average rates for burglary and anti-social behaviour, highlighting the combination of factors shaping the local crime picture.

The most striking shift in April 2025 was the 300% month-on-month increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 4. This jump, while still a small absolute number, suggests a potential spike in property-related crime that may warrant closer attention. Other theft also saw a 100% increase, doubling from 2 to 4 cases, while drugs-related offences rose from 0 to 2, marking a 100% surge. These increases contrast sharply with declines in other categories, including a 75% drop in 'other crime' (from 4 to 1) and 50% reductions in criminal damage and arson, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour. The area's violence and sexual offences rate (2.3 per 1,000) was 12% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the town's character as a relatively stable, low-density built-up area. Conversely, burglary (0.3 per 1,000) was 11% above the UK average, a figure that could be linked to the proximity of Wiltshire's historic sites and tourist attractions, which may attract opportunistic offenders during peak visiting periods.

Amesbury's crime rate in April 2025 (5.8 per 1,000) represents a 15.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.8 per 1,000, indicating a sustained period of relative stability. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 3 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Amesbury among the safer areas in the UK. With a population of 14,525, the area's low crime rate is particularly notable given its location within Wiltshire, a county with a mix of rural and urban characteristics. While the national average of 7.7 per 1,000 suggests a generally higher level of crime across the UK, Amesbury's performance highlights the impact of local factors such as community cohesion, policing strategies, and the area's unique demographic profile. The 24.7% gap between Amesbury's rate and the UK average underscores the importance of contextualising crime data within the specific characteristics of each locality.