Crime Rate in Wroughton and Wichelstowe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wroughton and Wichelstowe

The total recorded crimes in Wroughton and Wichelstowe, Swindon, UK in May 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wroughton and Wichelstowe crime rate of 5.44 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Wroughton and Wichelstowe, encompassing approximately 8,999 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
Wroughton and Wichelstowe Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Thorney Park with total crimes: 9
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 6
  • Coventry Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Wroughton and Wichelstowe?

To understand the safety of Wroughton and Wichelstowe, we need to analyze Wroughton and Wichelstowe crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Wroughton and Wichelstowe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 735 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wroughton and Wichelstowe recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

    • In 2023, Wroughton and Wichelstowe had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 653 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wroughton and Wichelstowe recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swindon, Wroughton and Wichelstowe has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Wroughton and Wichelstowe Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Wroughton and Wichelstowe has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 5.44 ranking 15th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Wroughton and Wichelstowe crimes were 735. The crime rate of Wroughton and Wichelstowe in 2024 was 81.67 (year) or 6.81 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wroughton and Wichelstowe were around 653 crimes with yearly crime rate of 72.56 (year) or 6.05 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Swindon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Wroughton and Wichelstowe)CrimesRank (Wroughton and Wichelstowe)CrimesRank (Wroughton and Wichelstowe)
Central325 13,636 13,033 1
Eastcott117 61,373 31,579 2
Mannington and Western102 91,381 21,349 4
Penhill and Upper Stratton139 21,333 41,317 5
Walcot and Park North135 31,251 71,372 3
Old Town133 41,207 9969 10
Liden, Eldene and Park South118 51,272 51,264 6
Gorse Hill and Pinehurst96 101,257 61,167 8
Rodbourne Cheney107 81,203 101,170 7
St Andrews112 71,240 8888 12
Lydiard and Freshbrook69 14985 111,099 9
St Margaret and South Marston83 11851 13915 11
Blunsdon and Highworth75 12966 12835 13
Priory Vale75 13703 15662 14
Shaw41 18521 17479 16
Chiseldon and Lawn46 16556 16430 18
Covingham and Dorcan40 19498 18474 17
Haydon Wick42 17300 19322 20
Ridgeway36 20280 20346 19

Wroughton and Wichelstowe Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20255
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244
July 20243
June 20244
May 20249

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 91 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20258
March 20254
February 20256
January 20255
December 20246
November 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20249
July 20247
June 202414
May 202411

A total of 71 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20253
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 20243
November 20247
October 202411
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
May 20247

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 226 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 17.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202516
March 202511
February 202515
January 202514
December 202417
November 202422
October 202419
September 202414
August 202417
July 202418
June 202430
May 202421

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 50 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.85 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20246
September 20242
August 20246
July 20244
June 20242
May 202411

A total of 19 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 39 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20242
May 202418

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
June 20242

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 16 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
May 20246

High Crime Locations Wroughton and Wichelstowe in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Wroughton and Wichelstowe postcode area is presented below.

1. Thorney Park (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Coventry Close (Map)
Total4
Burglary3
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Bladen Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Canberra Road (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Other theft1
7. Willow Walk (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Talavera Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
9. Perry'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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