Durrington Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Durrington, a built-up area within Wiltshire, recorded a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 in April 2025 — 57.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area’s unique crime profile, shaped by its semi-rural character and limited exposure to urban crime drivers. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (52.9% of total incidents), followed by violence and sexual offences (17.7%) and criminal damage and arson (11.8%). These figures align with seasonal patterns, as April’s Easter period and spring weather likely influenced outdoor activity and community dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, while above the UK average by 28%, may reflect localized tensions or environmental factors, such as increased foot traffic in public spaces during the Easter holidays. Conversely, violent crimes were 77% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s lower population density and the absence of major nightlife or commercial hubs that typically correlate with higher rates of such offences. Property crimes, including burglary and shoplifting, were also significantly below the UK average, with burglary at 26% below and shoplifting at 70% below. This could be attributed to the area’s smaller retail footprint and lower levels of transient populations compared to larger urban centres. The overall low crime rate, combined with the seasonal context of April, suggests that local factors such as community engagement and the area’s semi-rural nature may contribute to its distinct crime profile.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from zero to one reported incident — a shift that stands out as the most significant month-on-month change. This spike occurred alongside steep declines in other categories, including an 80% drop in burglary cases (from five to one) and a 75% reduction in criminal damage and arson (from eight to two). Violent crimes also fell by 40%, from five to three, though they remain below the UK average by 77%. Anti-social behaviour, the most common category, exceeded the UK average by 28%, with 9 incidents reported at a rate of 1.7 per 1,000. This contrast highlights the combination of localised issues and broader trends. For instance, the sharp decline in burglary may reflect seasonal factors, as spring weather and Easter-related activity could have reduced opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, the rise in drug-related incidents may indicate a shift in local patterns, though further data would be needed to confirm potential causes. Residents may find the 100% increase in drug-related crimes particularly notable, as it represents a rare upward trend in an otherwise declining overall crime profile.

Durrington's crime rate in April 2025 dropped to 3.3 per 1,000, a 57.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000. This sharp decline places the area significantly below the UK average, which remains consistently higher at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that aligns with its small population of 5,210 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 306 residents — a statistic that underscores the low frequency of incidents in a built-up area within Wiltshire. When compared to the UK average, Durrington’s overall crime rate is 57.1% lower, reflecting a marked divergence from national trends. This contrast may be influenced by the area’s relatively low population density and the absence of major urban hubs that typically correlate with higher crime rates. The monthly exposure metric, while low, provides context for residents: the likelihood of experiencing a crime is minimal, with the nearest comparable figure being one in 306 individuals. This data, when paired with the area’s built-up yet semi-rural character, suggests that local factors such as community cohesion and limited economic disparity may play a role in maintaining this lower crime profile.