Swinton Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Swinton (Rotherham) recorded a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents in February 2024, significantly below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000 (33.8% lower). This rate is part of a broader pattern where the area consistently reports lower crime levels than the national average, a trend likely influenced by its built-up urban character within Rotherham. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 44.3% of all crimes (31 incidents), with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000—16% below the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed at 15.7% (11 incidents), and criminal damage and arson accounted for 10.0% (7 incidents). The relatively low rates of property crime—18 incidents (2.6% of the population)—contrast with the higher proportion of violent crime, which may reflect local demographics or the area’s character as a densely populated urban centre. Seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity during winter, may partly explain the 76.5% drop in burglary cases, though other categories like robbery and weapon possession remain elevated. The overall rate of 4.7 per 1,000 is consistent with Swinton’s historical position as a lower-risk area compared to the UK average, though specific crime types require closer attention. The data also highlights a 55% reduction in vehicle crime, which may be linked to shorter daylight hours and lower foot traffic in public spaces during February. The presence of anti-social behaviour at 0.8 per 1,000—24% below the UK average—suggests that community initiatives or local policing efforts may be contributing to the area’s generally safer profile.

February 2024 saw a 76.5% drop in burglary cases—falling from 17 to 4 incidents—potentially linked to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during winter. Conversely, 'other crime' and both robbery and possession of weapons each doubled from previous month totals, though these remain small in absolute terms. Robbery and weapon possession rates in the area are 11% and 43% above UK averages respectively, indicating areas for further monitoring. The reduction in vehicle crime (50%) and anti-social behaviour (26.7%) contrasts with the rise in other categories, suggesting a combination of local dynamics. For residents, the 76.5% drop in burglary may reflect heightened community awareness or seasonal deterrents. The increase in 'other crime'—from 1 to 2 incidents—while modest, warrants attention given its doubling from the previous month.

Swinton’s February 2024 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents reflects a 20.5% decline from the previous month’s 6.0 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend observed over recent months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the 29-day period, a figure that contextualises the monthly total in terms of local frequency. When scaled to the population of 14,754, this translates to one reported crime for every 211 residents over the course of the month—a relatively low exposure compared to national averages. This population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the UK average, though specific categories like robbery and weapon possession remain slightly elevated. The reduction in burglary, which fell by 76.5% from 17 to 4 incidents, suggests a potential shift in criminal activity patterns, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during winter. This population-scaled perspective highlights that residents face a lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the UK average, though specific categories like robbery and weapon possession remain slightly elevated.