Is Melksham Rural North Safe?
Crime statistics for Melksham Rural North. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 592 total crimes recorded in Melksham Rural North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Melksham Rural North — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melksham Rural North safe?
Melksham Rural North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 32/100, rated Below Average. 592 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Melksham Rural North has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Melksham Rural North in the last 12 months?
592 crimes were recorded in Melksham Rural North in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 11.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (671 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Melksham Rural North?
The most common crime in Melksham Rural North is Violent Crime, with 249 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 42.1% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Melksham Rural North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Melksham Rural North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 11.8% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.
What is the safety score for Melksham Rural North?
Melksham Rural North has a safety score of 32 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 Melksham Rural North compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Melksham Rural North has a safety score of 32/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 45/100. Melksham Rural North 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 Melksham Rural North?
20.7% of crimes in Melksham Rural North resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Melksham Rural North?
249 violent crimes were recorded in Melksham Rural North in the last 12 months, representing 42.1% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 116 incidents.
When was the crime data for Melksham Rural North last updated?
The crime data for Melksham Rural North was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Melksham Rural North with other areas?
You can compare Melksham Rural North with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.