Swadlincote Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Swadlincote's crime rate in July 2024 stood at 8.6 per 1,000 residents, a 2.4% increase above the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This slight elevation, while modest, reflects a combination of local dynamics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences—accounting for 39% of all crimes—remain the dominant category, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000, 19% above the UK average. This pattern is consistent with the area's role as a commuter hub within South Derbyshire, where transient populations and late-night retail activity may contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.4 per 1,000, aligns closely with the UK average, suggesting that local enforcement efforts have maintained balance in this category. Shoplifting, however, surged to 1.1 per 1,000—62% above the national average—highlighting the influence of Swadlincote's main retail corridors, particularly during the summer tourist season. The month's peak activity, driven by festivals and outdoor events, likely amplified these trends. While property crimes overall represented 43% of incidents, the violent crime share of 39% underscores the need for focused interventions in high-risk areas. July's context—schools out, tourism at its height, and festivals in full swing—offers a plausible explanation for the increased anti-social behaviour and shoplifting rates. However, the absence of significant spikes in vehicle crime or burglary during the month suggests that existing policing strategies may have effectively mitigated some risks. This data, when viewed through the lens of Swadlincote's semi-rural yet urbanised character, illustrates the challenges of managing crime in a rapidly evolving commuter and retail corridor.

July 2024 saw one of the most dramatic month-on-month swings in Swadlincote's recorded crime history: burglary surged by 500%, jumping from one incident to six. This leap—unusual for a built-up area—may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased property-related activity during summer festivals or the temporary displacement of residents during local events. Concurrently, vehicle crime rose by 30.8%, potentially reflecting higher foot traffic in retail and leisure areas. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 14%, tied to the peak of summer events and longer evenings. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by two-thirds, a drop that could indicate successful interventions by local authorities or a temporary reduction in knife crime during the summer months. The area's violent crime category—accounting for 39% of all incidents—remained 19% above the UK average, underscoring the need for targeted violence prevention measures. Shoplifting, at 62% above the UK average, highlights the role of local retail hubs in driving property crime, a trend consistent with other South Derbyshire towns.

Swadlincote's crime rate in July 2024 remained stable compared to the previous month, rising by just 1.3% from 8.5 to 8.6 per 1,000 residents. This continuity suggests no major shifts in overall safety. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 10 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while consistent with historical norms, reflects the area's unique mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 116 residents—a monthly exposure rate that places Swadlincote in line with other mid-sized built-up areas in the East Midlands. With a population of 35,817, the local context is critical: a 1-in-116 ratio means most residents are unlikely to encounter crime personally, but the concentration of certain offence types—particularly violence and sexual offences—suggests targeted vulnerabilities. This figure also highlights the importance of community-focused policing and localised crime prevention strategies, which may be more effective than broad national initiatives in addressing the specific challenges of Swadlincote's demographics and geography.