Crime is stable and MODERATE in Devizes
Devizes reports a crime rate of 96.4 per 1,000 people, with a safety score of 79/100. Discover detailed crime statistics and local safety advice for Devizes.
Devizes's crime rate is similar to UK average
Based on population of 17,981 over 12 months
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Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 96.4 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 28.3 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.1 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 32.9 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 79 out of 100 |
| Population | 17,981 |
| Trend | stable |
| Comparison | similar to UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 609 | 33.9 | 35% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 410 | 22.8 | 24% |
| Shoplifting | 169 | 9.4 | 10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 149 | 8.3 | 9% |
| Public order | 123 | 6.8 | 7% |
| Other theft | 91 | 5.1 | 5% |
| Drugs | 51 | 2.8 | 3% |
| Burglary | 39 | 2.2 | 2% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 1.9 | 2% |
| Other crime | 27 | 1.5 | 2% |
| Bicycle theft | 12 | 0.7 | 1% |
| Theft from the person | 10 | 0.6 | 1% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 0.3 | 0% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.2 | 0% |
Devizes records an overall crime rate of 96.4 per 1,000 people per year, which is slightly above the national average of 93.1 per 1,000. The town holds a safety score of 79 out of 100, aligning closely with the UK average of 78, indicating a generally secure environment. Over the past year, Devizes has experienced a stable crime trend, with a minor decrease of 2.4% year-over-year. These figures provide a clear overview of the current crime landscape within this urban settlement.
Devizes has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Setup my scOSAn examination of crime types in Devizes reveals that Violence and sexual offences are the most common, accounting for 35.1% of all crimes, at a rate of 33.9 per 1,000 people. Anti-social behaviour follows as the second most prevalent, representing 23.6% of offences (22.8 per 1,000), with Shoplifting ranking third at 9.8% (9.4 per 1,000). These three categories collectively highlight key areas of criminal activity within the town.
Property-related crime in Devizes, which includes incidents such as burglary, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, stands at 28.3 per 1,000 people. This is lower than the UK average property crime rate of 32.9 per 1,000. Specific figures show burglary at 2.2 per 1,000, vehicle crime at 1.9 per 1,000, and other theft at 5.1 per 1,000. Shoplifting also contributes significantly to this category. For residents and homeowners, these statistics underscore the importance of securing premises and personal belongings, particularly against theft-related offences.
Devizes has a 3.5% higher crime rate than the UK average.
Devizes has experienced a stable crime trend over the past year, with a minor decrease of 2.4% year-over-year. This indicates a relatively consistent and slightly improving crime situation. Monthly data shows the crime rate per 1,000 people starting at 7.9 in November 2024 and generally fluctuating. After a dip to 6.0 in February 2025, rates began to climb, reaching peaks of 9.6 in April and 9.5 in July, before declining to 7.0 in October. These patterns suggest potential seasonal variations, with higher activity observed during the spring and summer months, which residents may wish to be mindful of.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Devizes's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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With Violence and sexual offences being the most prevalent crime type in Devizes, focusing on personal safety and awareness is key for residents. While the town's safety score is good, understanding how to mitigate risks is always beneficial.
Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning hours are characterised by a high share of theft and various other offence types.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon in Devizes sees a very high proportion of theft and a consistent presence of burglary.
6pm - 12am
Evening crime shifts significantly towards 'other offences', with theft becoming less dominant.
12am - 6am
Night-time experiences increased vehicle crime and burglary, alongside a substantial share of other offences.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Devizes's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Devizes, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime in Devizes follows discernible patterns throughout the day and week, reflecting typical urban dynamics. The earliest hours of the morning (12 am - 5 am) generally exhibit the lowest crime intensity, with activity gradually increasing as the town becomes more active. During the morning commute and business hours, crime rates rise to a moderate level, becoming more apparent by mid-morning.
The afternoon period (12 pm - 5 pm) often experiences heightened crime activity, correlating with increased foot traffic in commercial areas and properties being left unattended. Evenings (6 pm - 11 pm) tend to represent a peak for certain types of offences, especially those associated with social gatherings and nightlife, before gradually subsiding in the late hours. Weekends, particularly Friday and Saturday evenings, typically show the highest overall crime intensity. These trends provide valuable insights for residents to adapt their security measures and personal awareness throughout the day and week.
How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.
Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.
Emergency Response
Priority Response
Each = 500 officers
Station count data is being collected
The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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To provide regional context, Devizes' crime rate of 96.4 per 1,000 people can be compared with neighbouring areas. Potterne reports a significantly lower crime rate of 28.5 per 1,000 people per year. Urchfont also shows a lower rate at 27.2 per 1,000 people. Rowde and Poulshot are both listed with a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000 people per year, which may reflect different reporting mechanisms or very low incident levels in these smaller settlements. This comparison highlights that while Devizes' crime rate is slightly above the national average, some surrounding smaller settlements experience fewer reported crimes.
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How we source and verify crime information for Devizes
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Devizes. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
scOS is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organisations.
Latest data: November 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately once a month
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