Crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire: statistics, rates and trends
168 crimes were recorded in Bowerhill, Wiltshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 37.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- Types of crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- Bowerhill, Wiltshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- Population and deprivation in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- Questions about crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
- About this data
168 crimes were recorded in Bowerhill, Wiltshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 37.6 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 6% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 79 reports (47% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bowerhill, Wiltshire has the 3,525th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bowerhill, Wiltshire | Wiltshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 168 | 31,787 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 37.6 | 60.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +6% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 4,472 | 523,700 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire was highest in the year to July 2022 (340 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (159). Over the whole period it fell 31%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 168 | 37.6 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 159 | 35.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 224 | 50.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 331 | 74.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 340 | 76.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 308 | 68.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 296 | 66.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 244 | 54.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 242 | 54.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 14 |
| June 2026 | 14 |
| May 2026 | 19 |
| April 2026 | 13 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 11 |
| December 2025 | 14 |
| November 2025 | 17 |
| October 2025 | 13 |
| September 2025 | 8 |
| August 2025 | 10 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bowerhill, Wiltshire over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in anti-social behaviour (+23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 79 | 17.7 | 0.52 | +7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 38 | 8.5 | 0.55 | +23% |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.0 | 0.57 | +125% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 8 | 1.8 | 0.26 | +0% |
| Other theft | 7 | 1.6 | 0.24 | -22% |
| Vehicle crime | 7 | 1.6 | 0.32 | +250% |
| Public order | 6 | 1.3 | 0.20 | -25% |
| Shoplifting | 5 | 1.1 | 0.13 | -17% |
| Other crime | 4 | 0.9 | 0.42 | -56% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.7 | 0.21 | -50% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.17 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 0.13 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 47.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 22.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 125% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 22% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 250% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 56% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bowerhill, Wiltshire
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bowerhill, Wiltshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bowerhill, Wiltshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bowerhill, Wiltshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melksham South | 371 | 92.4 | +146% |
| Melksham East | 271 | 44.6 | +19% |
| Melksham Forest | 550 | 90.0 | +140% |
| Melksham Without West & Rural | 458 | 54.6 | +45% |
| Melksham Without North & Shurnhold | 183 | 46.1 | +23% |
| Hilperton | 150 | 42.8 | +14% |
| Holt | 234 | 41.0 | +9% |
| Devizes Rural West | 100 | 32.9 | -13% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Bowerhill, Wiltshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Belvedere Road | 18 |
| On or near Pathfinder Way | 17 |
| On or near Mallard Close | 15 |
| On or near Brabazon Way | 11 |
| On or near Lovage Lane | 10 |
| On or near Blueberry Road | 7 |
| On or near Hornchurch Road | 7 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 7 |
| On or near Basil Drive | 6 |
| On or near Bath Road | 6 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bowerhill, Wiltshire over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 38 | 22.6% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 34 | 20.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 33 | 19.6% |
| Under investigation | 30 | 17.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 5.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 4.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 3.6% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 2.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.8% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.8% |
Bowerhill, Wiltshire has an estimated population of 4,472. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bowerhill, Wiltshire sits in decile 7.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bowerhill, Wiltshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 83.8% |
| Social rented homes | 4.6% |
| Private rented homes | 11.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.8 |
Is Bowerhill, Wiltshire a safe place to live?
Bowerhill, Wiltshire recorded 37.6 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 79 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (38).
Is crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bowerhill, Wiltshire was up 6% on the year before: 168 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 159 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bowerhill, Wiltshire?
Bowerhill, Wiltshire is policed by Wiltshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Bowerhill, Wiltshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.