Wiltshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Wiltshire’s crime rate stood at 4.8 per 1,000 residents, 36% below the UK average of 7.5. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local characteristics, with the area’s crime profile shaped by its rural-urban mix. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (34.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.7%) and criminal damage (8.6%). This balance between property and violent crimes—nearly equal in volume—contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes typically dominate. The seasonal context of November, with its Bonfire Night events and Black Friday shopping, may have influenced patterns: increased vehicle crime and bicycle theft could be linked to heightened retail activity, while declines in anti-social behaviour might reflect reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. Wiltshire’s violent crime rate (1.6 per 1,000) was lower than the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), suggesting a broader trend of safer streets in this largely rural area. However, the near-equality of property and violent crime volumes raises questions about local dynamics, such as the impact of seasonal events on both categories. The area’s relatively low crime rates, combined with its geographic character as a mix of rural and urban spaces, may contribute to this balance, though further analysis of specific locations and demographics would be needed to confirm such connections.

November 2023 saw a sharp 37.5% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 24 to 33 incidents. This surge may partly explain the overall balance between property and violent crimes, which remained closely matched at 882 and 858 cases respectively. Violent crime rates in Wiltshire (1.6 per 1,000) were 38% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a disparity that contrasts with the local near-parity between property and violent crime categories. Vehicle crime also rose by 21.4% (117 to 142), potentially linked to increased shopping activity during Black Friday. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both declined by over 17%, reflecting the impact of shorter daylight hours and seasonal inactivity. Theft from the person remained 100% below the UK average, with only 22 incidents reported.

Wiltshire's crime rate in November 2023 fell to 4.8 per 1,000 residents, a 3.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of late autumn, when reduced outdoor activity and darker evenings may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 84 reported crimes, translating to a local monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 208 residents. This figure offers a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the population of 523,700. While the rate remains significantly below the UK average (7.5 per 1,000), the consistent reduction from October to November suggests potential stabilisation in local crime trends. The population-scaled perspective highlights that the likelihood of experiencing a crime remains low, though fluctuations in specific categories—such as vehicle crime and bicycle theft—warrant closer attention in the context of seasonal shopping and event-related activity.