Amesbury Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Amesbury's crime profile in July 2025, accounting for nearly half (46.9%) of all reported crimes. This stark contrast to the 10.4% share of property crimes highlights a pattern of localised conflict and interpersonal disputes rather than theft or burglary. At 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, Amesbury's overall crime rate was 23.3% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, suggesting a relatively safe environment compared to national trends. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and high tourist activity—may have influenced this profile. While violent crime rates in the area were slightly above the UK average for this category (3.1 vs 3.0 per 1,000), other crime types like shoplifting and vehicle crime were significantly below national levels. This could reflect the built-up area's characteristics within a rural county, where commercial activity is concentrated but outdoor crime opportunities are limited. The dominance of violent crime may be linked to the area's transient population during peak tourism periods. Anti-social behaviour also featured prominently, contributing 29.2% of all crimes, a figure 23% above the UK average. This suggests challenges in managing public spaces during high-traffic months, exacerbated by the area's proximity to Stonehenge and other attractions.

July 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to June. Shoplifting increased by 200%, rising from one to three incidents—a sharp contrast to the 69% UK-wide average for this category. Anti-social behaviour nearly doubled, climbing from 14 to 28 reports, a figure 23% above the UK average. This surge may be linked to increased foot traffic from tourists and events, though no definitive causal link can be established. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 75%, declining from four to one incident—a marked improvement that could reflect enhanced community vigilance during the summer season. The crime mix also shifted significantly, with violent crimes accounting for 46.9% of all reports compared to 34.8% in June. This increase in violent crime may be partially explained by the area's transient population during peak tourism periods. Other theft and shoplifting rates were 64% and 69% below UK averages respectively, suggesting that Amesbury's built-up area within a rural county has fewer opportunities for these crimes compared to more densely populated regions. Residents may find the 23.3% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average particularly noteworthy, though this should be contextualised against the area's unique demographic and geographic profile.

Amesbury's July 2025 crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents represented a 60% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.1 per 1,000. This jump, while substantial, still leaves the area significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, 3 crimes were reported across 31 days—a rate that would translate to one crime for every 151 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible sense of the scale of crime for local residents, though it should be interpreted as an aggregate rather than a daily frequency. When compared to the previous month, the shift in crime types—from a more balanced mix in June to a violent crime-dominated profile in July—suggests seasonal influences. The population context further highlights the relative safety of Amesbury: with 14,525 residents, the area's crime rate is lower than the UK average despite its status as a built-up area within a rural county. This could reflect the concentration of commercial activity in specific zones, which may allow for more targeted policing efforts. The 60% month-on-month increase, while notable, must be viewed against the backdrop of a consistently low crime rate compared to national standards, suggesting that local factors may have temporarily disrupted the usual patterns.