Trowbridge Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Trowbridge's crime rate in February 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000, placing it 14.9% below the UK average of 6.7. This marked a continuation of the area's historically lower crime profile compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (31.8% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (26.9%) and shoplifting (13.3%). These figures suggest a pattern where interpersonal disputes and disorder dominate over property-related incidents. The winter month context may partly explain the relative calm, as low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull typically reduce opportunities for theft and public order offences. Bicycle theft emerged as an outlier, with a rate of 0.2 per 1,000—300% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation raises questions about local factors, such as the presence of cycling infrastructure or unsecured bike storage in residential areas. The data also shows that violent crime rates in Trowbridge (1.8 per 1,000) are 23% below the UK average, consistent with the town's character as a relatively stable, low-density built-up area within Wiltshire. While seasonal trends often influence crime patterns, the persistent gap between Trowbridge and national rates suggests structural differences in policing, community dynamics, or economic conditions.

February 2025 saw a dramatic 250% increase in bicycle theft compared to January, with incidents rising from 2 to 7. This surge, despite being a winter month, contrasts sharply with the UK average rate of 0.1 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 9.2%, climbing from 65 to 71 incidents, though it remains 55% above the UK average. Conversely, other crime fell by 71.4% (7 to 2 cases), suggesting a possible reduction in less frequent but serious offences. The breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture: while violence and sexual offences (31.8% of total) align with national trends, shoplifting (13.3%) is high, 29% above the UK average. This could reflect the town's retail presence, particularly around its high streets. The most significant UK deviation is bicycle theft, which highlights a unique challenge in Trowbridge. For residents, the 250% spike in bicycle theft is a concrete data point warranting attention, especially for cyclists who may need to review storage practices. Meanwhile, the 32% UK shortfall in public order offences (0.3 vs 0.4 per 1,000) suggests effective community policing or local initiatives that reduce disorderly conduct during colder months.

Trowbridge's February 2025 crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 marked a 9.3% decrease from the previous month's 6.3, reflecting a downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 9 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for local residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 174 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, when considered alongside Trowbridge's population of 46,007, underscores the town's relatively safe environment compared to national benchmarks. The previous month's rate of 6.3 per 1,000, though slightly higher, did not translate into a significant increase in any single crime category, suggesting a stable baseline. The 1-in-174 residents figure is particularly meaningful for community members, as it illustrates the rarity of crime in their daily lives. While the UK average for violent crime is 2.4 per 1,000, Trowbridge's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 highlights a consistent gap that may be attributed to the area's smaller scale and less densely populated nature. This comparison reinforces the idea that Trowbridge's crime profile is shaped by its unique demographic and geographic characteristics, rather than following the same patterns as larger urban centres.