Swallownest and Aston Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swallownest and Aston, a built-up area within Rotherham, recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in May 2025 — 25.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance places the area significantly ahead of the national benchmark, though the profile of crime here diverges from typical urban patterns. Violence and sexual offences (36 cases) dominated the crime mix, accounting for 36.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21 cases, 21.2%) and vehicle crime (9 cases, 9.1%). These figures align with the area's character as a mixed-use urban district with a moderate retail presence and limited heavy industry. The seasonal context of May — with longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising — may contribute to the elevated share of violence and anti-social behaviour compared to other months. Property crimes (30 total) constituted only 30.3% of all incidents, a proportion lower than the UK average for property crime (which typically accounts for around 45-50% of total crime), suggesting a distinct emphasis on personal safety issues in this locality. The relatively low levels of burglary (2 cases, 2.0%) and shoplifting (7 cases, 7.1%) — both well below UK averages — could reflect the area's compact, community-oriented layout and limited high-value retail infrastructure.

May 2025 saw a striking 100% month-on-month increase in 'Other crime', with four incidents reported compared to zero in April. This category, which includes unclassified offences, rose sharply despite a general decline in overall crime. Conversely, burglary fell by 60% (from five to two cases), likely reflecting seasonal patterns as warmer weather reduces indoor activities and increases outdoor presence. The area's violence and sexual offences rate (2.2 per 1,000) was 22% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 25% above UK average for vehicle crime (0.5 per 1,000). This divergence may stem from the area's limited car-centric infrastructure compared to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) also remained lower than the UK average (1.4 per 1,000), though the 8% gap is narrow. Residents might find the 40% below UK average for shoplifting (0.4 vs 0.7 per 1,000) particularly relevant, as it suggests effective local retail security measures or lower foot traffic in commercial zones. The 62% shortfall in 'Other theft' (0.2 vs 0.5 per 1,000) further reinforces the area's relatively secure environment for personal property, though this should be viewed in the context of its smaller population and lower density compared to major cities.

The crime rate in May 2025 (6.0 per 1,000) marked a 9.9% decline from April's 6.7 per 1,000, indicating a sustained trend of improvement. This reduction translates to 3 reported crimes per day on average — a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's consistent performance relative to national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average (which typically ranges from 1 in 100 to 1 in 120 residents depending on the region). With a population of 16,530, this equates to a manageable level of risk for local residents. The previous month's rate of 6.7 per 1,000 provides context for the 60% drop in burglary, which may have been influenced by increased community policing efforts or seasonal shifts in criminal activity. While the area's daily crime count remains low, the 100% surge in 'Other crime' highlights the need for ongoing vigilance in unclassified offence categories. Residents should note that the 1-in-167 monthly exposure rate is a localised metric — it does not directly compare to UK-wide averages, which are influenced by larger cities with higher population densities and different crime profiles. This statistic, however, provides a clear snapshot of the area's current safety standing relative to its own historical trends.