Is Wootton Bassett Rural Safe?
Crime statistics for Wootton Bassett Rural. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 757 total crimes recorded in Wootton Bassett Rural
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Wootton Bassett Rural — last 36 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wootton Bassett Rural safe?
Wootton Bassett Rural has a CrimeRadar safety score of 69/100, rated Safe. A total of 203 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 24% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Wootton Bassett Rural is considered a relatively safe area compared to the UK average, based on official UK Police data.
How many crimes were recorded in Wootton Bassett Rural in the last 12 months?
203 crimes were recorded in Wootton Bassett Rural 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 24% compared to the previous 12-month period (267 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 313 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Wootton Bassett Rural?
The most common crime in Wootton Bassett Rural is Violent Crime, with 313 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 154.2% 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 Wootton Bassett Rural increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Wootton Bassett Rural is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 24% — from 267 crimes in the previous 12 months to 203 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Wootton Bassett Rural?
Wootton Bassett Rural has a safety score of 69 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 Wootton Bassett Rural compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Wootton Bassett Rural has a safety score of 69/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 26/100. Wootton Bassett 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 Wootton Bassett Rural?
45.4% of crimes recorded in Wootton Bassett 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 Wootton Bassett Rural?
313 violent crimes were recorded in Wootton Bassett Rural in the last 12 months — representing 154.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 134 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 Wootton Bassett Rural last updated?
The crime data for Wootton Bassett Rural 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 Wootton Bassett Rural with other areas?
You can compare Wootton Bassett 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.