Wiltshire Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wiltshire's overall crime rate in September 2025 was 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 36.5% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This position reflects a consistent pattern of lower crime rates in the district, though seasonal factors appear to influence specific categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.3% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.4%) and criminal damage and arson (7.9%). These figures may be shaped by Wiltshire's rural and semi-rural character, where community policing and lower population density could contribute to reduced violent crime. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university term-time activities—likely plays a role in the crime profile. For instance, the decline in public order offences may be linked to the resumption of structured routines, while the persistent low rates of theft from the person (0.3 per 1,000) could indicate effective local deterrence strategies. The area's geographic spread, with fewer concentrated urban centres, may also explain the relatively low rates of vehicle crime and shoplifting compared to more densely populated regions. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime (17.2%) highlights the need for ongoing monitoring, as this category remains a significant concern for local authorities.

September 2025 saw a dramatic 70% reduction in robbery incidents, dropping from 10 to 3. This sharp decline likely reflects the end of the summer tourist season and reduced foot traffic in key areas. Conversely, vehicle crime rose by 17.2% (64 → 75), possibly linked to increased car usage during the transition to autumn. Public order offences also fell by 32.9% (258 → 173), a shift that may correlate with the return to structured routines as schools and universities resumed activities. Wiltshire's rate for violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) remains 30% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be influenced by the district's rural character and lower population density. Residents may find the 70% drop in robbery particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential correlation between seasonal changes and local crime patterns.

Wiltshire's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a 14.0% decrease from the previous month's 5.4 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader seasonal trend as the area transitions from summer to autumn, with fewer tourists and university students present. On a daily basis, the district recorded approximately 82 crimes per day in September, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 2,452 incidents. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 214 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in Wiltshire compared to the UK average, though it remains a useful metric for residents to gauge local safety. The population context further underscores that Wiltshire's crime rates are significantly lower than the national average, with the 36.5% deficit in the overall rate reflecting systemic differences in policing, demographics, or geographic factors.