Bowerhill Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 5,322 residents, Bowerhill recorded 17 crimes in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 people. This figure is 57.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, placing it among the lowest crime rates in the country. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.9% of all reported incidents (9 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (4 cases, 23.5%). These figures contrast sharply with the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000), where Bowerhill’s rate is 34% lower. The area’s relatively low crime rate may reflect its character as a small built-up area within Wiltshire, where rural surroundings and lower population density contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. Seasonal factors in November—such as dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—may have influenced the types of crimes reported. For instance, the spike in violence and sexual offences could align with increased alcohol consumption during late-night events. Property crimes, while lower in volume (3 cases), were still present, though their rate (0.6 per 1,000) was 67% below the UK average for similar categories. The data suggests that Bowerhill’s crime profile is shaped by its geographic and demographic context, with limited commercial activity and a focus on residential living likely reducing opportunities for theft or burglary.

November 2024 saw notable month-on-month increases in three categories: other theft, public order, and vehicle crime, each rising from zero to one reported incident. This shift highlights a small but measurable change in the crime mix, with property-related offences (other theft, vehicle crime) increasing slightly despite remaining well below UK averages. The dominance of violent crime—accounting for 52.9% of all incidents—contrasts with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, where Bowerhill’s rate is 34% lower. This discrepancy may reflect local factors such as the area’s limited nightlife or the concentration of violent incidents in specific locations, though further data would be needed to confirm. Anti-social behaviour (4 cases) remained a persistent issue, though its rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 28% below the UK average. For residents, the most immediately relevant statistic is the 69.7% increase in the overall crime rate compared to October 2024 (1.9 per 1,000), which underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly during events like Bonfire Night. The absence of shoplifting reports, despite the Black Friday shopping period, suggests that local retail areas may be less vulnerable to such crimes, due to smaller store sizes or higher staff presence.

Bowerhill’s November 2024 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents represents a 69.7% increase compared to October 2024’s rate of 1.9 per 1,000, though it remains significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may appear high in absolute terms but is proportionally low given the population of 5,322. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 313 residents, a ratio that is 18 times lower than the UK’s average monthly exposure rate (assuming a UK average of 1 in 17 residents). This stark contrast underscores Bowerhill’s status as a relatively safe area, particularly when compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates the rarity of crime: with only 17 incidents reported, the probability of being a victim is extremely low, even when considering the seasonal spikes in violence. For context, a resident in Bowerhill is 57.9% less likely to experience a crime than the average UK resident, a gap that may be attributed to the area’s smaller size, lower population density, and limited commercial activity. These factors collectively reduce the number of potential victims and opportunities for crime, reinforcing the area’s low crime profile despite the month-on-month increase.