Swadlincote Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Swadlincote, a built-up area within South Derbyshire, recorded 308 crimes across its population of 35,817 residents. This equates to a crime rate of 8.6 per 1,000 individuals, placing the area 21.1% above the UK average of 7.1. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (93 incidents, 30.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (76, 24.7%) and criminal damage and arson (24, 7.8%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may have influenced these patterns, though the high rate of anti-social behaviour suggests other factors are at play. The dominance of violent crime and anti-social behaviour contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate. This deviation could reflect local characteristics, such as the built-up nature of the area and potential community dynamics that foster interpersonal conflict. The rise in anti-social behaviour, which is 100% above the UK average, may indicate challenges in community cohesion or enforcement effectiveness. Meanwhile, vehicle crime is lower than the UK average, due to fewer vehicles in residential areas or effective local deterrents. The overall picture illustrates a combination of seasonal trends and persistent local issues, with the need for targeted interventions to address the significant overperformance in violent and disorderly crime.

February 2024 saw a dramatic 171.4% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 28 to 76 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in robbery cases (from 0 to 2), indicates a sharp shift in criminal activity patterns. Vehicle crime also increased by 57.1%, reflecting potential changes in local dynamics or unmet demand for such offences. Conversely, shoplifting and public order offences both decreased, with shoplifting dropping by 23.3% and public order offences falling by 22.2%. These declines may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the low outdoor activity typical of February. Anti-social behaviour in Swadlincote is 100% above the UK average, while vehicle crime is 32% below, highlighting the area's unique crime profile. For residents, the 171.4% rise in anti-social behaviour is a particularly salient figure, as it directly impacts community safety and local quality of life.

Swadlincote's crime rate in February 2024 rose to 8.6 per 1,000 residents, a 9.6% increase from the previous month's 7.9. This translates to roughly 11 crimes reported each day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 116 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the local population. Considering Swadlincote's population of 35,817, this rate suggests that a significant proportion of the community experiences crime on a monthly basis. The daily crime context reveals a consistent flow of incidents, with no clear indication of a temporary spike or seasonal anomaly. This pattern aligns with the area's character as a built-up region within South Derbyshire, where urban density and local socioeconomic factors may contribute to sustained crime levels. The comparison to the UK average further illustrates the area's distinct profile, as Swadlincote's rate remains higher than the national benchmark.