Corsham Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Corsham, the crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents in January 2026 translates to a daily risk of roughly one in 359 people encountering a reported crime over the course of the month. This rate, 58.8% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000, positions the area as one of the safest in the country. The most common crimes—violence and sexual offences (28.6% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (25%)—highlight the need for community-focused policing in public spaces, though both categories remain significantly below national averages. Violence and sexual offences, at 0.8 per 1,000, are 68% lower than the UK average, a gap that may reflect Corsham’s character as a smaller, more cohesive community with fewer high-density areas typical of larger urban centres. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday lulls, reduced retail footfall, and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower overall rate, as outdoor crimes such as vehicle theft and shoplifting typically see fluctuations tied to weather and activity patterns. While shoplifting rose sharply (100% increase from December), the category still remains 12% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors, such as the town’s retail presence or community engagement, may temper broader trends. These figures collectively illustrate an area where crime is both infrequent and low compared to national benchmarks, offering residents a relatively secure environment despite the occasional spikes in specific categories.

January 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with shoplifting increasing by 100% to five incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month’s zero reports. This surge may reflect seasonal factors, as post-holiday periods often see spikes in retail-related offences, though Corsham’s rate remains 12% below the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, vehicle crime and other theft fell by 66.7% each, potentially linked to reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. Anti-social behaviour remained the second-most common offence, contributing 25% of total crimes, but still 25% below the UK average. The rise in 'other crime' to one incident—up from zero—highlights the need for vigilance in less common categories. These fluctuations illustrate how local dynamics, such as population density or community initiatives, can influence crime trends even within a broadly safe area.

In January 2026, Corsham’s crime rate fell to 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a 15.2% drop from 3.3 per 1,000 in December 2025. This decline aligns with the post-holiday period, when reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours may partly explain lower outdoor crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 10,057. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 359 residents, illustrating that the likelihood of encountering crime remains minimal for most individuals. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees one crime for every 147 residents. The population-scaled perspective further underscores Corsham’s relatively safe environment, with crime concentrated in specific categories such as violence and anti-social behaviour rather than widespread issues. These patterns suggest that local factors—such as community engagement or geographic characteristics—play a role in maintaining lower crime levels compared to the national average.