Swadlincote Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Swadlincote's crime profile in June 2023 reveals a distinct emphasis on violent and disorderly offences compared to property crimes. With a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents—3.5% below the UK average—the area's criminal activity is shaped by a mix of social and environmental factors. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime mix at 37.2%, significantly higher than the 2.9 per 1,000 UK average for this category. This may be linked to local demographics and the area's character as a small built-up town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interpersonal conflicts and alcohol-related incidents are more likely to occur in public settings. Anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and public order offences (14.7%) further highlight a pattern of community-level disturbances, consistent with the start of summer when outdoor socialising increases. While property crimes accounted for only 23.2% of total incidents, their distribution across categories like shoplifting (5.5%) and vehicle crime (4.4%) suggests targeted opportunities in retail and transport hubs. The relatively low burglary rate (1.4%) compared to the UK average (0.3%) may reflect effective local security measures or the absence of high-value residential areas. Seasonal factors also play a role, with June marking the beginning of the summer period when public spaces see heightened activity, contributing to the prominence of public order offences. This crime mix illustrates a community where interpersonal and public safety concerns outweigh property-related risks, requiring focused policing strategies that address both individual and collective disorder.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in Swadlincote's crime profile, with public order offences surging by 38.7% (31 to 43) and 'other crime' doubling (5 to 10). These increases suggest evolving patterns of disorder, possibly linked to summer events or changes in local policing priorities. Conversely, burglary fell by 55.6% (9 to 4), and other theft dropped 61.9% (21 to 8), indicating potential success in addressing targeted crime through community engagement or increased patrols. The dominance of violence and sexual offences (37.2% of total crimes) remains stark, with this category 3% above the UK average. This contrast with the 79% UK-wide deficit in public order offences (Swadlincote's rate is 1.2 per 1,000 vs the UK's 0.7 per 1,000) highlights a unique local challenge. Anti-social behaviour (17.4%) is 5% below the UK average, which may reflect local initiatives or demographic factors such as a smaller population of transient residents. For residents, the 100% increase in 'other crime'—which includes unclassified incidents—presents a concern that deserves closer attention from local authorities. These fluctuations underscore the need for adaptive crime prevention strategies that balance immediate response with long-term community engagement.

Swadlincote's crime rate in June 2023 (8.2 per 1,000) marked an 11.5% decrease from the previous month's 9.2 per 1,000, reflecting a measurable improvement in public safety. This decline aligns with the 3.5% gap below the UK average, suggesting local factors may be contributing to a more stable environment. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day over the 30-day period—a figure that, while specific to Swadlincote, provides residents with a tangible benchmark for understanding local risk. Monthly exposure reveals that one crime occurred for every 122 residents, a rate that, when contextualised against the built-up area's population of 35,817, indicates a relatively moderate level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. The previous month's higher rate may have been influenced by seasonal transitions, with June's longer daylight hours reducing opportunities for certain crimes while increasing public space usage. However, the sustained decline in burglary and theft suggests that targeted interventions—such as improved street lighting or community policing—may be having a cumulative effect. While these statistics do not confirm causal links, they illustrate a trend that could be reinforced through continued investment in local infrastructure and social programmes.