Corsham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 10,057 residents, Corsham recorded 25 crimes in February 2026, translating to a crime rate of 2.5 per 1,000. This figure is 60.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile. The most common incidents were violence and sexual offences (36% of total crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (16%) and public order offences (12%). These rates are significantly below UK averages, with violence and sexual offences at 0.9 per 1,000—61% lower than the national rate of 2.3 per 1,000. The seasonal context of February, a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may contribute to the lower-than-expected levels of property crime and shoplifting. However, the rise in public order offences—doubling from zero to three incidents—suggests that local factors, such as the timing of community events or temporary increases in foot traffic, could influence crime patterns. Corsham’s built-up area within Wiltshire, characterized by its rural surroundings and limited urban infrastructure, likely plays a role in maintaining its distinct crime profile, where violent crime remains the most prominent category despite the overall low rate. The absence of major spikes in property-related crimes further reinforces the idea that Corsham’s environment, with its smaller population and limited commercial hubs, contributes to its stability.

February 2026 saw a marked shift in crime patterns, with public order offences doubling from zero to three incidents—a 100% increase—despite the month’s typically low outdoor activity. This rise may be attributed to the timing of local events or increased foot traffic during winter festivals. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 40%, from five to three incidents, a decline consistent with the pre-spring lull in retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 36% of all crimes, but this rate was 61% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Possession of weapons rose to 0.1 per 1,000—a 43% increase above the UK average—highlighting a rare anomaly in Corsham’s otherwise stable crime profile. These fluctuations, though small in absolute terms, illustrate the sensitivity of local crime statistics to seasonal and event-driven factors.

Corsham's crime rate in February 2026 fell to 2.5 per 1,000 residents, a 10.4% decline from the previous month’s 2.8 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and community engagement in local events wanes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 28-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall volume of incidents. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 402 residents, a statistic that underscores the relative safety of the built-up area within Wiltshire. While this rate is significantly lower than the UK average, the consistency of Corsham’s low crime profile over recent months suggests a stable environment, though local factors such as the town’s small-scale retail presence and limited nightlife may play a role in maintaining these figures. The absence of major spikes in property crime or violent incidents further supports the notion that Corsham’s crime profile remains distinct from more densely populated urban centres.