Is Chippenham Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Chippenham Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 422 total crimes recorded in Chippenham Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Chippenham Rural — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Chippenham Rural
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Chippenham Rural by safety score
Compare Chippenham Rural With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Chippenham Rural safe?
Chippenham Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 49/100, rated Average. A total of 422 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 11.7% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Chippenham Rural are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Chippenham Rural in the last 12 months?
422 crimes were recorded in Chippenham Rural in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 11.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (478 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 155 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Chippenham Rural?
The most common crime in Chippenham Rural is Violent Crime, with 155 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Chippenham Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Chippenham Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.7% — from 478 crimes in the previous 12 months to 422 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Chippenham Rural?
Chippenham Rural has a safety score of 49 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Chippenham Rural compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Chippenham Rural has a safety score of 49/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Chippenham Rural is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Chippenham Rural?
23.1% of crimes recorded in Chippenham Rural resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Wiltshire Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Chippenham Rural?
155 violent crimes were recorded in Chippenham Rural in the last 12 months — representing 36.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 47 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Chippenham Rural last updated?
The crime data for Chippenham Rural was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Chippenham Rural with other areas?
You can compare Chippenham Rural with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.