Overview

• Wiltshire recorded a 5.6% decline in total crimes in 2024, with the lowest crime rate per 1,000 population in the UK.
• Significant decreases were seen in violence against the person (down 3.8%), robbery (down 29.6%), and theft (down 10.4%).
• Sexual offences rose by 7.7% to 2,060 reported incidents, with police warning of likely under-reporting.
• Drug offences increased by 10.8% and miscellaneous crimes by 13.2%, highlighting areas of concern despite overall reductions.
• The PCC and Wiltshire Police are prioritizing victim support and urging communities to report crimes to address data gaps and build trust.