Is Westbury Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Westbury 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 — 245 total crimes recorded in Westbury Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Westbury Rural — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Westbury Rural
Safest Areas Near Westbury Rural
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Westbury Rural by safety score
Compare Westbury Rural With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westbury Rural safe?
Westbury Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 62/100, rated Average. A total of 245 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 4.3% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Westbury Rural are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Westbury Rural in the last 12 months?
245 crimes were recorded in Westbury Rural 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 4.3% compared to the previous 12-month period (235 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 114 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Westbury Rural?
The most common crime in Westbury Rural is Violent Crime, with 114 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 46.5% 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 Westbury Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Westbury Rural is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 4.3% — from 235 crimes in the previous 12 months to 245 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 Westbury Rural?
Westbury Rural has a safety score of 62 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 Westbury Rural compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Westbury Rural has a safety score of 62/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Westbury 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 Westbury Rural?
31.6% of crimes recorded in Westbury 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 Westbury Rural?
114 violent crimes were recorded in Westbury Rural in the last 12 months — representing 46.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 42 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 Westbury Rural last updated?
The crime data for Westbury 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 Westbury Rural with other areas?
You can compare Westbury 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.