Swallownest and Aston Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Swallownest and Aston recorded a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2023, a figure that places the area 12.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This performance, while modest, reflects a combination of effective local strategies and the area's built-up character within Rotherham. The top crime types in September were violence and sexual offences (32.2% of all incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and public order offences (11.3%). These patterns align with the area's role as a residential and commercial hub, where social interactions and public spaces contribute to higher rates of anti-social and public order incidents. The seasonal context of September—marked by the start of the academic year and the transition to shorter evenings—likely influenced these trends, with increased foot traffic and community activity potentially contributing to both violence and anti-social behaviour. However, the area's overall rate remains significantly below the UK average, suggesting that local policing and community engagement efforts are having a measurable impact. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) was 20% below the UK average, indicating a particular strength in addressing this category of crime. The balance between property and violent crimes, each accounting for 37 incidents, highlights the dual challenges faced by the area. This equilibrium may reflect the presence of both residential and commercial spaces, where property crime and interpersonal conflict coexist. The data also shows that anti-social behaviour, while a significant portion of incidents, remains 10% below the UK average, a figure that could be attributed to the area's relatively stable community structures. As the month progressed, the interplay between these factors—seasonal transitions, community dynamics, and local interventions—shaped the crime profile, offering a nuanced picture of safety and security in Swallownest and Aston.

September 2023 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with some categories surging while others declined sharply. Other theft increased by 600% compared to August, rising from one to seven incidents—a jump that may partly reflect heightened activity during the back-to-school period. Shoplifting also rose by 150%, growing from two to five cases, possibly linked to retail activity as the month progressed. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 81.8%, dropping from 11 to 2, a decline that may indicate the impact of targeted policing or seasonal changes in drug availability. The balance between property and violent crimes remained equal, with 37 incidents each, a mix that is consistent with the area's character as a built-up district within Rotherham. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.2 per 1,000) was 20% below the UK average, suggesting effective local interventions in this category.

Swallownest and Aston's crime rate in September 2023 rose by 7.6% compared to August, moving from 6.5 to 7.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns as the month progressed. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately four crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for local residents. Over the course of September, one reported crime occurred for every 144 residents, a monthly aggregate that underscores the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. The population context further clarifies these numbers: with 16,530 residents, the area's crime rate remains below the UK average, even as the rate rose slightly from the previous month. This combination of a small increase and continued below-average performance highlights the area's ongoing success in crime prevention, despite seasonal fluctuations.