Trowbridge Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Trowbridge's overall crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.5% below the UK average of 7.6. This performance contrasts with national trends, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may contribute to the area's relative safety. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (35.9% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (25.2%). While violence rates were 11% below the UK average, anti-social behaviour was 44% higher, a disparity that may reflect the town's social fabric and the presence of public spaces frequented by diverse groups. Seasonal factors played a role in shaping these patterns, with November's shorter evenings and the timing of Bonfire Night influencing both violent and anti-social incidents. The drop in burglary rates from the previous month, combined with the sharp rise in 'Other crime', highlights the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging trends. Trowbridge's lower property crime rate—particularly in shoplifting and vehicle crime—could be linked to its character as a smaller, more tightly knit town compared to larger urban centres. However, the 44% increase in anti-social behaviour above the UK average indicates that local challenges persist, requiring targeted interventions to address underlying causes.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in November 2024 was a 150% increase in 'Other crime', rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This category, which includes non-specific offences not falling under other defined categories, saw a sharp spike that may reflect underreported or newly categorised incidents. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 62.5%, from 8 to 3 incidents, marking one of the steepest declines in the dataset. This decrease may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced foot traffic in retail areas during November. Anti-social behaviour remained the second most common crime type, accounting for 25.2% of all reported incidents, though it was 44% above the UK average. This discrepancy could be attributed to Trowbridge's specific community dynamics, such as the presence of local amenities that attract transient populations. The 100% increase in 'Possession of weapons'—from 2 to 4 incidents—also warrants attention, though it remains a small proportion of total crimes.

Trowbridge's crime rate in November 2024 dropped by 12.1% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.4 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns, as darker evenings and reduced retail activity during Bonfire Night may have contributed to lower public order incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 10 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the town's relatively low crime profile compared to national averages. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure rate indicates that one in every 154 residents experienced a reported crime in November. This metric provides context for residents, showing that the likelihood of encountering crime remains significantly lower than in many other UK areas. The drop in burglary rates—down 62.5% from 8 to 3 incidents—suggests potential improvements in local security measures or community vigilance, though further data would be needed to confirm this trend.