Tidworth Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,051 residents, Tidworth recorded 43 crimes in October 2023, a figure that translates to a crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 people — 63.7% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national levels underscores the area's relatively low crime environment, shaped by its character as a built-up area within Wiltshire. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.2% of all incidents (19 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 cases, 23.3% of total). Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween likely influenced crime patterns, with increased scrutiny of public spaces potentially contributing to the 38.7% decline in violent crime compared to the previous month. While property crime saw notable spikes — including a 300% rise in burglary — these remain significantly below UK averages, with burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 (12% below national levels) and shoplifting at 0.1 per 1,000 (83% below UK rates). The area's low crime profile may reflect a combination of community engagement, local policing focus, and the built-up nature of the area, which could limit opportunities for certain types of criminal activity. This data illustrates a crime picture where violent crime remains a concern but is offset by exceptionally low rates of property-related offences, a balance that contrasts with broader UK trends.

October 2023 saw a 300% increase in burglary cases, rising from 1 to 4 incidents, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes in property crime patterns. Shoplifting also doubled from 0 to 2 incidents, suggesting potential links to Halloween-related activity or retail vulnerabilities. Conversely, violence and sexual offences declined by 38.7%, dropping from 31 to 19 cases, a reduction that could indicate the effectiveness of targeted policing efforts. Tidworth's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 52% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour incidents — at 0.7 per 1,000 — are 45% below national levels. These disparities highlight the area's distinct crime profile, where property crime trends diverge sharply from violent crime patterns.

Tidworth's October 2023 crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents represents a 29.4% decrease from the previous month's 4.1 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 350 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents in relation to the area's population of 15,051. This equates to an average of one crime per day across 31 days, a daily rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national benchmarks. When viewed through the lens of population density, Tidworth's crime profile aligns with its character as a built-up area within Wiltshire, where infrastructure and community engagement may contribute to sustained low crime levels. The contrast between Tidworth's monthly exposure and UK-wide figures highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the potential influence of socioeconomic factors unique to the region.