Wiltshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Wiltshire's overall crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 34.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. The balance between property and violent crime reveals a striking contrast: violent crimes, including violence and sexual offences, accounted for 40.6% of all reported incidents, significantly outpacing property crimes at 32.2%. This dominance of violent crime, despite the area’s generally lower overall rate, may reflect seasonal dynamics such as shorter daylight hours and the timing of events like Bonfire Night, which can heighten tensions in community spaces. The top crime category, violence and sexual offences, was 22% below the UK average, suggesting local factors—possibly effective community policing or demographic characteristics—may temper rates even in high-risk categories. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.6% of total crimes, also 25% below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of lower conflict levels compared to national benchmarks. Seasonal context adds nuance: with November marking the start of darker evenings and the tail end of Black Friday shopping, retail areas may see increased foot traffic, though property crime rates remain subdued compared to other regions. The absence of major spikes in theft from the person or burglary, which are typically linked to holiday periods, further underscores Wiltshire’s distinct crime profile. This pattern could reflect a combination of rural-urban balance within the district, where urban centres may see higher violent crime due to concentrated populations, while rural areas maintain lower property crime rates through limited commercial activity. The data invites consideration of how local initiatives, such as community engagement in rural areas or targeted policing in urban hubs, might contribute to this skewed distribution between crime types.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with vehicle crime increasing by 38.8% (67 to 93 incidents), a rise that may correlate with seasonal changes in traffic volume or vehicle storage practices. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 17.7% (480 to 395 incidents), potentially linked to the end of term-time activities or successful local interventions. The property-violent crime balance tilted decisively toward violent offences, with 1,027 incidents compared to 816 property crimes, a divergence that contrasts with national trends where property crime often dominates. This shift may reflect local conditions, such as Wiltshire’s mix of rural and urban areas, where community cohesion in rural zones could reduce property crime while urban centres face higher violent crime risks. Violence and sexual offences remained 22% below the UK average, highlighting a consistent strength in managing high-severity incidents. For residents, the 38.8% rise in vehicle crime offers a specific concern: car owners may need to reassess parking strategies or security measures, particularly in areas with increased traffic during November’s darker evenings.

Wiltshire’s crime rate in November 2025 (4.8 per 1,000) marked a 3.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but sustained decline in overall crime. Translating this into daily context, the area experienced approximately 84 crimes per day in November, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, remains relevant for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 207 residents—a monthly exposure rate that, when compared to the UK’s broader context, suggests Wiltshire’s population enjoys a relatively safer environment. This 1-in-207 ratio, when scaled to Wiltshire’s 523,700 residents, equates to fewer than 2,500 people affected by crime each month, a statistic that may resonate more with local residents than abstract national averages. The 3.6% month-on-month decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as November’s shorter days and reduced retail activity may temper opportunities for certain crimes. However, the increase in vehicle crime highlights the need for targeted local responses, as this category’s rise could indicate vulnerabilities in specific areas or times of day. The comparison to the previous month reinforces Wiltshire’s position as a district where crime remains consistently below national levels, though with pockets of activity that warrant attention.