Corsham Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Corsham during June 2023 reveals a balance between anti-social behaviour and violence, with both categories accounting for nearly 29% of total incidents. This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where anti-social behaviour and public order offences typically constitute a larger share. Corsham’s overall crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents is 63.5% below the UK average of 8.5, reflecting a safer environment that may be influenced by its semi-rural character and lower population density. The area’s crime profile is dominated by non-property crimes, with anti-social behaviour and violence forming the bulk of reported incidents, while property-related offences like shoplifting and vehicle crime remain significantly lower than national averages. Seasonal factors in June, such as the start of summer and longer daylight hours, may have contributed to the increase in anti-social behaviour, as outdoor activities and social interactions often intensify during this period. However, the decline in violent crime compared to May suggests that community efforts or seasonal patterns could be mitigating certain risks. The relatively low crime rate, combined with the dominance of non-violent offences, indicates that Corsham’s built-up area operates within a framework that prioritises public order and community cohesion, though targeted interventions may be needed to address the rise in anti-social incidents.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 80% compared to May, driven by a rise from five to nine incidents. This surge, alongside a 100% increase in robbery and other theft, suggests a potential uptick in community tensions or unaddressed local issues. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 60%, and violence and sexual offences fell by 52.6%, indicating possible seasonal or situational factors reducing certain crime types. The area’s anti-social behaviour rate of 0.9 per 1,000 residents is 39% below the UK average of 1.5, while violence and sexual offences at 0.9 per 1,000 are 69% below the UK rate of 2.9. These disparities highlight Corsham’s distinct crime profile, with property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime remaining significantly lower than national averages. For residents, the daily crime count of one per day offers a tangible measure of local safety, though the increases in anti-social behaviour and robbery warrant attention.

In June 2023, Corsham's crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents marked a 20.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the built-up area, where seasonal factors may influence reporting patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 10,057 residents. Over the course of the month, this translated to one reported crime for every 324 residents, underscoring the relatively low frequency of incidents in Corsham. When compared to the UK average, this monthly exposure is significantly lower, highlighting the area’s position as a safer locale within the national context. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that residents face minimal risk relative to the UK average, with crime rates remaining well below the national benchmark across most categories. This consistency suggests that Corsham’s infrastructure, community engagement, or geographical characteristics may contribute to its lower crime profile, though further analysis would be required to confirm specific factors.