Cricklade Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cricklade’s November 2023 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents places the area 68% below the UK average of 7.5, a stark contrast to the national landscape. This low rate may be attributed to the area’s character as a small, built-up community within Wiltshire, where population density is relatively low and social cohesion is strong. The most common crimes in November were violence and sexual offences (25% of total incidents), followed by other theft (16.7%) and vehicle crime (16.7%). These figures, while modest, suggest that violent crimes remain a focal point of local concerns, even as the overall rate remains exceptionally low. Seasonal factors, including the transition to darker evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, may have influenced crime patterns. The increase in public order offences and anti-social behaviour, though small in absolute terms, could signal heightened social activity or the impact of festive events. Meanwhile, the UK comparison reveals that Cricklade’s violence rate is 77% below the national average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s demographic profile, which likely includes fewer young people or a more stable population. The low rate of burglary—only 16.7% of total crimes—suggests that property crimes are not a dominant concern, a pattern consistent with smaller communities where domestic theft is less prevalent. As November draws to a close, the data highlights a generally safe environment, though the rise in non-violent crimes warrants attention from local authorities and residents alike.

November 2023 saw sharp increases in three categories: other theft, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour, each rising by 100% compared to October. This surge in non-violent crimes may partly explain the shift in the crime mix, with property crimes now accounting for 50% of total incidents, compared to 25% for violent crimes. While violence and sexual offences fell by 70% from October’s rate of 10 to November’s 3, this drop may reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and reduced public gatherings. Other theft, which rose from 0 to 2 incidents, is now 35% below the UK average for this category. However, the increase in anti-social behaviour—up from 1 to 2 incidents—aligns with the broader trend of heightened social activity during November, including events like Bonfire Night. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas where public order incidents have risen, as these may indicate emerging patterns linked to local events.

Cricklade’s November 2023 crime rate of 2.4 per 1,000 residents marks a 42.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.1. This downward trend suggests a sustained period of relative safety, though the pace of change may reflect seasonal dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly zero crimes per day, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area of Wiltshire. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 424 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the rarity of crime in a community of less than 5,100 people. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the comparison to previous months highlights the importance of monitoring fluctuations, particularly as November’s events—such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday—may have influenced crime patterns in ways that require further observation.