Durrington Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Durrington’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.1% below the UK average of 8.1. This continued trend of low crime aligns with the area’s character as a built-up district within Wiltshire, where community policing and limited urban density may contribute to reduced criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was anti-social behaviour, accounting for 45% of all reported incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (30%) and public order offences (5%). The seasonal context of August—a peak holiday month—typically raises concerns about increased burglary risks due to empty homes, yet the area’s overall crime rate remains exceptionally low. This suggests that local measures, such as community engagement or effective policing, may mitigate the usual seasonal spikes. The balance between property and violent crime also reflects the area’s profile: property crimes (12 total) were significantly lower than the UK average, while violent offences, though down from previous months, still accounted for a third of all incidents. These patterns indicate that Durrington’s crime profile is shaped by its relatively small population, rural-adjacent setting, and the absence of major commercial hubs that might drive more frequent property-related crimes.

Violent crime in Durrington fell by 33.3% in August 2025, decreasing from nine incidents in July to six. This decline is consistent with the area’s broader trend of reduced violent offences, which are 58% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, the most common crime type, remained 16% above the UK average at 1.7 per 1,000 residents, highlighting a persistent local challenge. Two categories saw significant increases: burglary and other theft, both rising by 100% from zero to one incident each. This shift contrasts with the overall downward trend and may reflect the seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month that could increase burglary risks in empty homes. Public order offences dropped by 75% compared to the previous month, likely influenced by reduced summer-related disturbances.

Durrington's crime rate in August 2025 dropped by 28.5% compared to the previous month, declining from 5.4 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the area’s consistently low crime profile, which remains 53.1% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a sparse but present level of criminal activity. When scaled to the population of 5,210, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 261 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure underscores the relatively low risk residents face compared to the national average, though it highlights that no area is entirely free from crime. The population context further illustrates that even small increases in specific categories, such as burglary and other theft, represent significant shifts in local crime dynamics due to the area’s low base rates.