Cricklade Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 saw Cricklade's overall crime rate at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 37.0% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This places the area among the lowest crime rates in England and Wales, consistent with its character as a small built-up area within Wiltshire's rural landscape. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix, comprising 42.3% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 19.2% and public order offences at 11.5%. Seasonal factors may have played a role in shaping these patterns, as June marks the start of the summer tourist season in rural Wiltshire. While the area's low population density and limited commercial activity likely contribute to its lower crime rate, the rise in violent offences compared to other categories suggests a need for further analysis of local dynamics. The UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.9 per 1,000) was 23% higher than Cricklade's rate (2.2 per 1,000), illustrating the area's relative safety in this category. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.0 per 1,000, was 30% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000, reinforcing the area's status as a low-risk environment for this type of crime. The data also highlights the stark contrast between Cricklade's property crime rate (0.6 per 1,000) and the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) for public order offences, which were 2% above the national average. These figures suggest that while Cricklade's residents face a lower overall risk of crime, targeted efforts may still be needed to address the relatively higher proportion of violent incidents.

June 2025 marked a significant shift in crime patterns for Cricklade, with burglary, public order offences, and shoplifting each experiencing a 100% month-on-month increase from zero to one incident. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with the area's overall low crime rate and may reflect the seasonal influx of tourists during the summer months. Violent crimes, which accounted for 42.3% of all incidents, remained 23% below the UK average for this category, highlighting Cricklade's relative safety compared to national trends. The UK average for public order offences (0.6 per 1,000) was narrowly exceeded by Cricklade's rate (0.6 per 1,000), an anomaly that may be linked to increased foot traffic in public spaces during the summer season. Possession of weapons was 150% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a figure that, while statistically significant, remains a single incident and requires further contextual analysis. For residents, the daily crime count of one incident per day offers a tangible benchmark for understanding local crime exposure, though the overall rate remains well below the national average.

Cricklade's June 2025 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 represents a 44.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This rise, while notable, still leaves the area 37.0% below the UK average, underscoring its position as a consistently low-crime environment. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of one crime per day in June, a figure that, when scaled to Cricklade's population of 5,083, translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 196 residents. This ratio provides a clear, relatable metric for residents to contextualise their risk: over the course of the month, each resident had a 1-in-196 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime. When compared to the UK average, Cricklade's population-scaled perspective reveals a marked difference in crime exposure, with the area's low density and rural character likely contributing to its lower rates. The previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000 suggests a seasonal fluctuation in crime patterns, possibly influenced by the transition from spring to summer and the associated changes in local activity. While the 44.6% increase from May to June is significant, it remains within the bounds of typical seasonal variations for a rural built-up area, and the overall rate continues to reflect the area's inherent safety profile.