Swallownest and Aston Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a continued trend of lower-than-average crime in Swallownest and Aston, with an overall rate of 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents—34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. The area's crime profile remains dominated by violence and sexual offences (43.5% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.3%) and public order offences (14.5%). This pattern aligns with the built-up nature of the area, where community interactions and local amenities may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors appear to play a role, as February—a winter month with reduced outdoor activity—typically sees a pre-spring lull in certain crime categories. However, public order offences, which often correlate with alcohol consumption and social gatherings, saw a significant spike in this month. The relatively low burglary rate (5.8% of total crimes) contrasts with UK averages, potentially reflecting the area's compact layout and visible community presence, which may deter property crime. While the overall rate remains stable, the shift in crime mix—from violence to public order—suggests evolving dynamics that warrant closer attention to local patterns.

February 2026 saw a stark rise in public order offences, which increased by 400% compared to January, jumping from 2 to 10 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.4 per 1,000), highlights a significant shift in the area's crime mix. Meanwhile, burglary and robbery both doubled from zero to four and one incidents respectively, marking a concerning uptick in property-related crime. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 25% from 40 to 30 cases, a reduction that aligns with the UK average (2.3 per 1,000) but remains a key category in the area's crime profile. The drop in 'other crime' by 75% (from four to one incident) suggests a temporary resolution of minor issues. Residents may find the 43.5% share of violence and sexual offences most pertinent, as this category remains high compared to the UK average (22% below). The month's data underscores the need for targeted interventions in public spaces, where the 400% increase in public order offences may indicate heightened tensions during colder weather or seasonal transitions.

The crime rate in February 2026 rose slightly to 4.2 per 1,000 residents from 4.1 per 1,000 in January, a 3.0% increase. This small shift, however, places the area firmly below the UK average, with the overall rate remaining 34.4% lower than the national figure. On a daily basis, Swallownest and Aston experienced roughly 2 crimes per day in February—a local context that reflects the area's compact nature and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 240 residents reported a crime, a figure that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in this built-up area. When compared to the UK's broader context, the area's performance in certain categories is striking: violence and sexual offences are 22% below the UK average, while public order offences, though still lower than the UK rate (0.4 per 1,000), saw an outsized increase this month. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime rate is not just a reflection of absolute numbers but also of its unique demographic and geographic characteristics, which likely contribute to the disparity in crime patterns compared to the national average.