Cricklade Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2024, Cricklade—a built-up area within Wiltshire—recorded 11 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 70.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s relatively low crime profile. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.5% of all incidents (5 cases), followed by drugs (18.2%) and vehicle crime (9.1%). The seasonal context of January—marked by post-holiday periods, reduced retail footfall, and shorter daylight hours—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate, as outdoor and retail-related offences typically decline during this time. While violence and sexual offences remain a significant portion of the local crime mix, their rate is still 62% below the UK average, suggesting a broader trend of safety in the area. This contrast with the UK-wide data is particularly striking for categories like drugs, which saw a 90% increase above the national average. Such anomalies may reflect local factors, such as transient populations or specific community dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these hypotheses. The low overall rate, combined with the seasonal context, illustrates a community where crime is not only infrequent but also largely concentrated in categories that do not dominate national statistics.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns. Drug-related offences doubled from 0 to 2, a 100% increase, marking a significant departure from the previous month’s data. Burglary also rose sharply, with one incident reported—a 100% increase from the prior month’s zero. Violence and sexual offences grew by 25%, rising from 4 to 5, though this category remains 62% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 75%, from 4 to 1, reflecting a marked reduction in such incidents. These fluctuations suggest a combination of local factors. For instance, the surge in drug-related crime could be linked to post-holiday activity. Residents may find the 90% increase in drug offences compared to the UK average particularly noteworthy, as it diverges from the area’s overall low crime profile.

Cricklade’s crime rate in January 2024 dropped to 2.2 per 1,000 residents, a 26.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.0. This decline aligns with typical January patterns, where shorter daylight hours and post-holiday retail quietude may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day over the month, highlighting a consistently low level of criminal activity. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate—1 reported crime for every 462 residents—places Cricklade well below the UK average, which typically sees significantly higher rates. For residents, this means the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life remains minimal compared to national trends. The population of 5,083 further contextualises these figures: 11 crimes across a small community equate to a very low incidence, reinforcing the area’s status as a relatively safe place to live.