Swinton (Rotherham) Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 14,754 residents, Swinton (Rotherham) recorded 117 crimes in June 2024 — equivalent to one reported crime for every 126 residents over the course of the month. This results in a crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 3.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.5% of all reported incidents (45 crimes), followed by criminal damage and arson (12 crimes, 10.3%) and public order offences (11 crimes, 9.4%). These figures align with the seasonal context of June, the start of summer, which typically sees increased foot traffic in public spaces and a shift in activity patterns. The area’s built-up nature within Rotherham likely contributes to higher rates of violent crime compared to more rural regions, while the lower-than-average anti-social behaviour rate (50% below UK average) may reflect local community initiatives or policing strategies. Drug-related crimes were 138% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the significantly lower shoplifting rate (84% below UK average), potentially influenced by the area’s demographics and economic factors.

June 2024 saw dramatic fluctuations in specific crime categories. Criminal damage and arson increased by 500% compared to the previous month, rising from 2 to 12 incidents — a sharp spike that may reflect targeted vandalism or seasonal disruptions. Similarly, drug-related crimes surged by 166.7%, with 8 incidents reported, compared to 3 in May, suggesting potential links to summer social activity or local supply chains. Other theft also rose sharply, increasing by 150% to 10 incidents. In contrast, anti-social behaviour dropped by 47.4% (from 19 to 10 incidents), possibly due to increased community engagement or law enforcement presence during peak summer months. Public order offences also fell by 42.1%, though this category remains above the UK average by 31%. The area’s violent crime rate is 12% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime mix, while anti-social behaviour is significantly lower than the national average. These shifts highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes, such as addressing the 138% above-average drug crime rate, while maintaining efforts to sustain the reduction in anti-social behaviour.

Swinton’s crime rate in June 2024 (7.9 per 1,000 residents) was marginally stable compared to the previous month’s rate of 7.8 per 1,000, indicating little change over the short term. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 4 crimes per day, a figure that provides context for residents assessing local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 126 residents — a monthly exposure rate that, while slightly below the UK average, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. When scaled to the area’s population of 14,754, this means that over 10% of residents are likely to encounter a crime in their immediate vicinity within a month. The comparison to the UK average is nuanced: while the overall rate is slightly lower, specific categories like drug-related crimes (138% above UK average) and criminal damage (31% above UK average) reveal areas where Swinton diverges significantly from national trends. These disparities may reflect local factors such as the built-up nature of the area, proximity to Rotherham’s urban core, or targeted policing efforts. Residents should consider these figures alongside the broader context of seasonal activity and community-specific dynamics.