Is Westbury Town Safe?
Crime statistics for Westbury Town. 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 — 995 total crimes recorded in Westbury Town
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Westbury Town — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Westbury Town
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Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Westbury Town by safety score
Compare Westbury Town With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westbury Town safe?
Westbury Town has a CrimeRadar safety score of 4/100, rated High Crime. A total of 995 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 11.1% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Westbury Town are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Westbury Town in the last 12 months?
995 crimes were recorded in Westbury 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 11.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (896 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 440 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Westbury Town?
The most common crime in Westbury Town is Violent Crime, with 440 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 44.2% 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 Town increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Westbury Town is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 11.1% — from 896 crimes in the previous 12 months to 995 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 Town?
Westbury Town has a safety score of 4 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 Westbury Town compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Westbury Town has a safety score of 4/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Westbury 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 Westbury Town?
9.9% of crimes recorded in Westbury 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 Westbury Town?
440 violent crimes were recorded in Westbury Town in the last 12 months — representing 44.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 162 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 Town last updated?
The crime data for Westbury 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 Westbury Town with other areas?
You can compare Westbury 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.