Is Old Town Safe?
Crime statistics for Old Town. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
Safety Score !
Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 466 total crimes recorded in Old Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Old Town — last 12 months
Explore by Month
View detailed crime data for each month in Old Town
Safest Areas Near Old Town
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Old Town by safety score
Compare Old Town With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Town safe?
Old Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 42/100, rated Below Average. A total of 466 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 3.6% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Old Town are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Old Town in the last 12 months?
466 crimes were recorded in Old Town 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 3.6% compared to the previous 12-month period (450 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 199 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Old Town?
The most common crime in Old Town is Violent Crime, with 199 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.7% 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 Old Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Old Town is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 3.6% — from 450 crimes in the previous 12 months to 466 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 Old Town?
Old Town has a safety score of 42 out of 100 (Below 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 Old Town compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Old Town has a safety score of 42/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Old Town 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 Old Town?
30% of crimes recorded in Old Town 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 Old Town?
199 violent crimes were recorded in Old Town in the last 12 months — representing 42.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 75 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 Old Town last updated?
The crime data for Old Town 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 Old Town with other areas?
You can compare Old Town 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.