Is Wroughton Safe?
Crime statistics for Wroughton. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 24 months — 871 total crimes recorded in Wroughton
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Wroughton — last 24 months
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Safest Areas Near Wroughton
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Wroughton by safety score
Compare Wroughton With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wroughton safe?
Wroughton has a CrimeRadar safety score of 37/100, rated Below Average. A total of 485 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 25.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Wroughton are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Wroughton in the last 12 months?
485 crimes were recorded in Wroughton 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 25.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (386 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 338 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Wroughton?
The most common crime in Wroughton is Violent Crime, with 338 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 69.7% 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 Wroughton increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Wroughton is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 25.7% — from 386 crimes in the previous 12 months to 485 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 Wroughton?
Wroughton has a safety score of 37 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 Wroughton compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Wroughton has a safety score of 37/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Wroughton 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 Wroughton?
47.1% of crimes recorded in Wroughton 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 Wroughton?
338 violent crimes were recorded in Wroughton in the last 12 months — representing 69.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 156 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 Wroughton last updated?
The crime data for Wroughton 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 Wroughton with other areas?
You can compare Wroughton 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.