Cricklade Crime Rate December 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Cricklade, 3.3 crimes were recorded in December 2024—a figure that is 53.5% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective translates to a low everyday risk, with the area's crime rate reflecting a combination of local characteristics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.2% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (17.7%) and drugs (11.8%). The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and the holiday season—may have influenced patterns, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. The balance of crime types contrasts with the UK's profile, where violent crime is more common. For instance, Cricklade's rate for violence and sexual offences (1.4 per 1,000) is 45% below the UK average, suggesting that local factors such as community cohesion or effective policing may contribute to this disparity. Meanwhile, categories like anti-social behaviour (0.2 per 1,000) were 79% below the UK average, reinforcing the area's generally low-risk environment. The absence of significant property crime increases—despite the holiday season—further highlights the unique dynamics of this built-up area within Wiltshire, where crime appears to be low compared to national trends.

December 2024 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and vehicle crime doubling (from 0 to 1). These jumps, though statistically significant, remain below UK averages for criminal damage and arson (0.5 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000). Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 41.2% of all crimes—were 45% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The rise in drug-related offences, which doubled from 0 to 2, contrasts with the area's overall low crime profile but aligns with the UK's higher rate for drugs (0.2 per 1,000). For residents, the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson may partly explain heightened awareness around festive decorations or property maintenance during the holiday season.

Cricklade's December 2024 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents marks a 13.2% increase from the previous month's 3.0 per 1,000. While this rise is notable, the overall rate remains far below the UK average of 7.1. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in December, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the small population of 5,083. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 299 residents—a statistic that provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. This monthly exposure rate, though modest, underscores the importance of local awareness during periods of increased activity, such as the holiday season. The population-scaled perspective reveals that even with the 13.2% increase, Cricklade's crime rate remains exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion or seasonal rhythms—play a significant role in maintaining safety.