New data has revealed the number of crimes reported at train stations across the UK, showing a small increase at Westbury Station.
At Westbury, the rate of all crime incidents per 100,000 passengers has risen from 3.67 to 8.45 over the last two years according to data from the British Transport Police (BTP). However, the total number of offences remains low, with 10 crimes reported in the 2023-2024 period, compared to 23 in 2024-2025.
Meanwhile, in nearby Dilton Marsh, just one offence at the village’s station was recorded for the year.
The BTP emphasised that “every offence is one too many” in relation to the new statistics.
A BTP spokesperson told the White Horse News, “The chance of becoming a victim of crime on the railway remains extremely low, and reports of high harm crime such as robbery and violence remain low at 2.2 incidents per million passenger journeys. It is important to not sensationalise these statistics and view them within their context. For example, at Westbury station, which has around 270,000 passengers per year, there were 23 reported incidents last year.”
At Westbury Station in the 2024-2025 period, the recorded crimes included one bicycle theft, six incidents of criminal damage and arson, seven public order offences, one vehicle crime, and eight incidents categorised as violence and sexual offences.
At Dilton Marsh Station during the same period, the BTP received just one report—a criminal damage and arson incident.
People who see or experience crime at stations or on trains can report it by texting 61016 or by calling 0800 40 50 40. In an emergency, always call 999.
The BTP spokesperson added, “We continue to police the network with high visibility patrols and regular intelligence-led proactive operations to ensure our officers are exactly where they are most needed.
“The public’s safety is our number one priority, and we work tirelessly to protect everyone’s journeys across the rail network. Every offence is one too many and we work relentlessly alongside our policing partners and the rail industry to prevent this type of behaviour.”
To see the data in full, visit https://crimemaps.btp.police.uk/
