Is Covingham Safe?
Crime statistics for Covingham. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 621 total crimes recorded in Covingham
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Covingham — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Covingham safe?
Covingham has a CrimeRadar safety score of 21/100, rated High Crime. A total of 621 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 142.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Covingham are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Covingham in the last 12 months?
621 crimes were recorded in Covingham in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 142.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (256 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 271 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Covingham?
The most common crime in Covingham is Violent Crime, with 271 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 43.6% 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 Covingham increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Covingham is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 142.6% — from 256 crimes in the previous 12 months to 621 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Covingham?
Covingham has a safety score of 21 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Covingham compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Covingham has a safety score of 21/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 26/100. Covingham is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Covingham?
15.5% of crimes recorded in Covingham 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 Covingham?
271 violent crimes were recorded in Covingham in the last 12 months — representing 43.6% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 104 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 Covingham last updated?
The crime data for Covingham was last updated in May 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 Covingham with other areas?
You can compare Covingham 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.