Salisbury Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.6% of all reported crimes in Salisbury during July 2025, making it the dominant category in the area's crime profile. This figure, at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, is 25% above the UK average for the same category, underscoring a significant local disparity. The overall crime rate of 10.4 per 1,000 residents places Salisbury 20.9% above the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, a gap that may be partly explained by the area's characteristics as a historic city with a mix of tourist attractions and residential communities. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 22.3% of all crimes at a rate of 2.3 per 1,000, 48% above the UK average. This could be linked to the area's summer season, which sees increased foot traffic and social events. Criminal damage and arson accounted for 9.2% of incidents, with a rate 64% above the UK average. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and major festivals—likely contributes to these patterns, as open spaces and prolonged evenings may encourage both targeted and opportunistic crimes. While property crimes make up a smaller share (30.8%), the dominance of violent and disorder-related offences highlights a distinct contrast to areas where property crime is more prevalent. This profile aligns with Salisbury's role as a tourist destination, where the combination of historic sites, cultural events, and summer activities may heighten the risk of certain crime types.

July 2025 saw a dramatic 325% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 4 to 17 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000, may reflect heightened summer activity or changes in parking patterns around local events. Bicycle theft also rose sharply by 66.7%, climbing from 6 to 10 cases, a trend that could be linked to increased cycling during warmer weather. Anti-social behaviour surged by 58.2%, with cases jumping from 67 to 106, a rate 48% above the UK average. This spike may be connected to the area's seasonal rhythm, including festivals and extended evening activity. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 66.7%, dropping from 3 to 1, a rare category that is 100% below the UK average. These contrasting trends highlight the combination of factors influencing local crime, with some categories aligning with broader patterns while others reflect unique local conditions.

Salisbury's crime rate in July 2025 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, marking a 17.1% increase from the previous month's rate of 8.9. This upward trend suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 15 reported crimes per day, reflecting the density of incidents over the 31-day period. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 96 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is a local metric and not directly comparable to UK-wide daily averages, it provides context for residents: the frequency of incidents is higher than in many similar-sized towns. The population context further highlights the impact of local factors, such as increased foot traffic during summer festivals or the presence of tourist attractions, which may contribute to the observed pattern. These figures underscore the need for ongoing monitoring and tailored local responses to address specific crime hotspots.