Royal Wootton Bassett Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Royal Wootton Bassett's crime rate in January 2025 remained lower than the UK average, with 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents — a figure 52.1% below the national rate of 7.1. This sustained underperformance relative to the UK context reflects the area's character as a small built-up area within Wiltshire, where the combination of rural surroundings and a compact town centre likely contributes to a lower overall crime profile. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (30.4% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (26.1%), both of which remained significantly below UK averages. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, were 60% below the UK figure, while anti-social behaviour was 8% below the national rate. Seasonal factors may have influenced these patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for certain crimes. The area's low property crime rate — only 33% of total incidents — further contrasts with UK averages, where property crimes dominate. This suggests that the town's demographic profile, including a stable residential population with fewer transient elements, may play a role in maintaining lower levels of property-related crime. Despite these generally low rates, the rise in anti-social behaviour and the spike in bicycle theft indicate specific local challenges that warrant further analysis.

January 2025 witnessed a 100% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from six to 12 incidents. This surge, coupled with a doubling of shoplifting and bicycle theft cases, highlights shifts in the crime mix that may reflect post-holiday dynamics or local community patterns. The area's violent crime rate remained 60% below the UK average, with a 12.5% decrease in violence and sexual offences from December to January. Bicycle theft, however, stood out as an anomaly, with a rate 300% above the UK average, suggesting a specific vulnerability in this category. For residents, the 100% rise in anti-social behaviour offers a concrete insight into the types of incidents that may require local attention, such as disturbances or disorderly conduct. This contrast between rising anti-social behaviour and falling violent crime illustrates a combination of factors influencing the area's monthly crime profile.

Royal Wootton Bassett's crime rate in January 2025 rose by 24.3% compared to December 2024, increasing from 2.7 to 3.4 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a monthly uptick, the area remains significantly below the UK average, with crime rates 52.1% lower than the national figure of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a statistic that contextualises the low overall frequency of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 296 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low risk residents face compared to national benchmarks. When scaled to the population of 13,617, this figure illustrates that the vast majority of residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The population context further highlights that even with the 24.3% monthly increase, the area's crime profile remains far removed from the UK average, suggesting broader systemic factors that contribute to sustained lower crime levels despite this month's rise.