Is Downton Safe?
Crime statistics for Downton. 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 — 282 total crimes recorded in Downton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Downton — last 12 months
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Safest Areas Near Downton
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Downton by safety score
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downton safe?
Downton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 66/100, rated Safe. A total of 282 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 35.3% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Downton is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Downton in the last 12 months?
282 crimes were recorded in Downton 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 35.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (436 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 91 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Downton?
The most common crime in Downton is Violent Crime, with 91 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 32.3% 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 Downton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Downton is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 35.3% — from 436 crimes in the previous 12 months to 282 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Downton?
Downton has a safety score of 66 out of 100 (Safe). 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 Downton compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Downton has a safety score of 66/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 26/100. Downton 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 Downton?
25% of crimes recorded in Downton 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 Downton?
91 violent crimes were recorded in Downton in the last 12 months — representing 32.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 49 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 Downton last updated?
The crime data for Downton 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 Downton with other areas?
You can compare Downton 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.