Swadlincote Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Swadlincote’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 6.7 per 1,000 residents, 11.8% below the UK average of 7.6. This marked improvement underscores a broader trend of reduced criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, accounting for 47.3% of all reported incidents—a rate 24% above the UK average. This elevated level of violent crime may be influenced by the seasonal context of November, with darker evenings and the proximity of Bonfire Night potentially contributing to increased incidents. Shoplifting, the second most common crime, occurred at a rate 45% above the UK average, likely driven by the Black Friday shopping period, which typically sees a surge in retail-related theft. Public order offences, meanwhile, were 18% above the UK average, reflecting heightened tensions or disorder during seasonal events. The data highlights a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with Swadlincote’s built-up character—likely featuring a mix of residential and commercial areas—playing a role in shaping crime patterns. While the overall rate remains encouragingly low, the persistent above-average rates for violence and drug offences suggest that targeted interventions may still be necessary to address these specific issues.

November 2024 saw significant reductions in vehicle crime (-57.1%) and burglary (-42.9%), with vehicle crime dropping from 7 to 3 incidents. These decreases may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced daylight hours deterring opportunistic theft or heightened awareness during Bonfire Night events. Conversely, violence and sexual offences rose by 7.6%, with 113 cases reported—47.3% of all crimes—marking a 24% increase above the UK average. This category’s elevation may be linked to the darker evenings typical of November, which can heighten vulnerability in public spaces. Drug-related offences also increased by 13.3%, from 15 to 17 cases, a trend that, while modest, suggests ongoing challenges in addressing substance-related crime. Possession of weapons rose sharply by 33.3%, from 6 to 8 incidents, a figure 233% above the UK average. Such a spike, though small in absolute terms, raises concerns about the availability or use of weapons in the area.

Swadlincote’s crime rate in November 2024 fell by 12.8% compared to October, reflecting a continued downward trend. The monthly rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents is lower than the previous month’s 7.7, a shift that may partly explain the reduced exposure for residents. On average, 8 crimes were reported each day in November, a figure that, while consistent with local patterns, remains below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 150 residents, a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 35,817, the rate underscores that most residents are not directly affected by crime on a daily basis. The drop in burglary and vehicle crime, in particular, suggests potential improvements in local security measures or changes in criminal activity patterns during the month. However, the persistence of above-average rates for violence and drug-related offences indicates areas requiring continued attention.