Swallownest and Aston Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile in Swallownest and Aston during June 2024, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported incidents. At a rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 31.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, underscoring its position as a relatively safe built-up area within Rotherham. This lower rate may be influenced by the area's urban character, which typically sees higher foot traffic and community engagement, potentially deterring certain types of crime. Anti-social behaviour followed closely with 23.7% of incidents, while criminal damage and arson accounted for 9.7% of the total. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer—may have influenced crime patterns, as longer daylight hours and increased outdoor activity could reduce opportunities for certain crimes. However, the dominance of violence-related offences suggests that localised factors, such as community dynamics or targeted policing, may play a more significant role. The breakdown also reveals that shoplifting and vehicle crime were 52% and 56% below UK averages respectively, reflecting the area's limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. These figures illustrate an area where violent crime remains the primary concern, despite overall crime levels remaining well below national benchmarks.

June 2024 witnessed a 75% drop in robbery incidents, falling from four to one, marking a significant shift in violent crime trends. Conversely, 'other crime' increased by 100% due to a single incident reported, while 'other theft' rose by 33.3% from three to four cases. These fluctuations suggest evolving patterns in criminal activity, though the overall violent crime rate remains 20% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The sharp decline in robbery may reflect improved lighting in local high streets or increased police patrols. 'public order' offences fell 34% below the UK average, potentially linked to the area's quieter built-up character compared to more densely populated urban centres. The absence of drug-related crimes in June, down 66.7% from three to one, contrasts with the UK average, hinting at either reduced demand or more effective local interventions.

Swallownest and Aston's crime rate in June 2024 (5.6 per 1,000 residents) marks a 28.9% decrease from the previous month's 7.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. This reduction aligns with the area's historically lower crime profile compared to the UK average. Daily crime activity in June averaged 3 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 93 crimes as a manageable level for the local population. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 178 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average when scaled to the same population size, suggesting that local factors—such as community policing initiatives or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the sustained safety record. The population context further illustrates that even with 93 crimes recorded, the per-capita rate remains well below national benchmarks, reinforcing the area's position as a safer-than-average location within Rotherham.