Tidworth Crime Rate April 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Tidworth's crime profile in April 2023, accounting for 58.3% of all reported crimes. The area's overall crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents places it 78.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently low-crime environment. This built-up area within Wiltshire, home to 15,051 residents, sees a stark contrast in crime types compared to national trends, with violent crime far outpacing property-related offences. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may likely contribute to the higher proportion of violence and sexual offences, as social interactions and public gatherings tend to rise during this period. While the UK average for violent crime stands at 2.6 per 1,000, Tidworth's rate of 0.9 per 1,000 is 65% below that benchmark, suggesting a community environment where such incidents are less frequent. The relatively low levels of property crime (4 incidents) compared to violent crime (14) further highlight the area's unique crime profile, which may be influenced by its smaller size and stronger community cohesion. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences, while lower than UK averages, remain visible in the data, indicating areas for targeted local engagement. The absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary aligns with the area's character as a low-density built-up zone, where residential stability may play a role in curbing such crimes.

April 2023 saw a 27.3% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 11 to 14 incidents—a sharp upward trend that may reflect heightened social activity during the Easter period. Public order offences also doubled, from 0 to 3, while criminal damage and arson rose by 100%, from 1 to 2. These increases contrast with notable declines in vehicle crime (down 80%, from 5 to 1) and anti-social behaviour (down 40%, from 5 to 3). The category of violence and sexual offences, now at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, remains 65% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, underscoring Tidworth's persistent safety in this category despite the upward movement. The drop in vehicle crime is particularly noteworthy for residents, as it suggests a potential reduction in parking-related incidents or improved community vigilance during the Easter holiday period. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour's 40% decrease may indicate effective local interventions or a natural seasonal dip in disruptive activity. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent incidents, with property crime comprising only 16.7% of the total, a stark deviation from the UK's more balanced distribution between violent and property offences.

Tidworth's crime rate in April 2023 (1.6 per 1,000) represents a 20.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 2.0 per 1,000, illustrating a downward trend over recent weeks. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 reported crime per day in April—a figure that, while seemingly low, translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for roughly every 627 residents. This statistic provides context for residents, showing that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains minimal compared to national averages. When scaled to the population of 15,051, the monthly aggregate reveals a safety profile that is markedly better than the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. The previous month's rate of 2.0 per 1,000, though still well below the UK average, highlights a continued improvement in Tidworth's crime management. The low daily crime count may also be influenced by the area's built-up nature, where community oversight and limited anonymity could deter criminal activity. This combination of demographic factors and local conditions likely contributes to the area's consistently lower crime rates, even as specific categories like violence and sexual offences show month-on-month fluctuations.