Westbury Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Westbury’s crime profile in December 2025, accounting for 31% of all reported incidents. This category, though 46% below the UK average at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, saw a 23.5% monthly decline, potentially reflecting seasonal patterns such as reduced public gatherings during the festive period. The second most common crime was criminal damage and arson, which surged by 240% from November, reaching 17 incidents—a figure 73% above the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to the area’s rural context, where unoccupied homes during the holidays could exacerbate opportunities for such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, remained 46% below the UK average, though its 25% month-on-month decrease suggests a possible shift in community dynamics. Westbury’s overall crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, 35.7% below the UK average, highlights its relatively safe environment, but the sharp rise in property-related offences underscores the need for targeted interventions. The December season, with its extended dark hours and holiday-related disruptions, likely plays a role in these patterns, though the precise interplay between local factors and broader trends remains complex.

December saw a 240% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 5 to 17 incidents—a stark contrast to the 46% below UK average for this category. This surge, despite the overall low crime rate, may be linked to seasonal factors such as empty homes during the holiday period. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences fell by 23.5% from November’s 34 to 26, aligning with the category’s 46% deficit compared to the UK average. Other notable shifts included a 300% rise in 'other crime' and a 100% increase in burglary, suggesting potential gaps in local crime prevention strategies. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 25%, possibly reflecting targeted enforcement efforts or seasonal changes in public activity. For residents, the 35.7% below UK average rate for overall crime offers reassurance, though the sharp rise in property-related offences warrants attention.

Westbury’s crime rate in December 2025 rose 20.1% from 3.8 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents compared to November, reflecting a slight upward trend. Daily crime averaged three incidents, a figure that, while low, underscores the persistent presence of crime in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 220 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than the UK average. With a population of 18,511, the local context suggests that crime is concentrated in specific pockets rather than spread evenly. This rate is consistent with Westbury’s character as a small built-up area within Wiltshire, where community policing and limited urban density may contribute to lower overall rates. However, the increase in certain categories, such as criminal damage and arson, highlights vulnerabilities that could be influenced by seasonal factors like holiday-related activities or empty homes during the festive period.