Swadlincote Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swadlincote’s violent crime rate in October 2025 stands at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, 24% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This stark deviation from national trends highlights a specific challenge in the area, where violent incidents accounted for 50% of all recorded crimes—double the proportion typically seen in similar-sized built-up areas. The overall crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents places Swadlincote 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7, a contrast underscored by the dominance of violent crime in the local crime profile. Public order offences, at 0.7 per 1,000 residents, also exceed the UK average by 32%, suggesting heightened tensions in communal spaces. These patterns may partly explain the 10.8% increase in the monthly crime rate compared to September, as seasonal factors like darker evenings and Halloween could amplify incidents in areas with high foot traffic. While property crime remains relatively low (15.7% of total crimes), the concentration of violent offences raises questions about local dynamics. Swadlincote’s character as a historically industrial town with a mix of residential and retail zones may contribute to this imbalance, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such links. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, increased alcohol consumption during Halloween, and the transition from autumn to winter—may exacerbate existing patterns, particularly in public spaces.

October 2025 saw a 266.7% surge in drug-related crimes, rising from 3 to 11 incidents, marking the most significant month-on-month increase in any category. This spike, coupled with a 100% rise in possession of weapons offences (from 0 to 1), suggests a shift in criminal activity that may reflect broader regional trends or localized pressures. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 57.1%, with reported incidents dropping from 14 to 6—a decline that could be linked to reduced motorist activity during October’s shorter evenings or improved local policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 33.3%, from 30 to 20 cases, indicating the impact of seasonal events or community initiatives. Swadlincote’s violent crime rate remains 24% above the UK average, despite the overall crime rate being 14.3% lower nationally. This divergence highlights the combination of violent crime and other categories: while property crime types like shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000) fall below UK averages, the violent crime share of total incidents (50%) is high. Residents might find the 8 crimes per day figure particularly relevant, as it translates to one reported incident for every 152 residents over the course of the month—a statistic that underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.

The crime rate in Swadlincote rose by 10.8% in October 2025 compared to September, moving from 6.0 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, places the area’s monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 152 residents—a figure that, while lower than the UK average, reflects the disproportionate impact of violent crime. Daily crime counts averaged 8 incidents per day in October, a rate that, while not alarmingly high, remains consistent with the area’s historical profile as a medium-sized built-up area. When viewed through the lens of population size (35,817 residents), the 6.6 per 1,000 rate translates to 236 total crimes—a number that, when distributed across the town’s 15,000 households, equates to roughly one crime per 65 households. This metric provides a tangible context for residents, illustrating that while the area is not among the UK’s most crime-affected, it is not immune to localized spikes. The comparison with the UK average also reveals a nuanced picture: while overall crime is lower, the higher-than-average rates of violence and public order offences suggest a need for tailored strategies. For example, the 0.7 per 1,000 rate of public order offences in Swadlincote is 32% above the UK average of 0.5, a discrepancy that may be influenced by the town’s proximity to regional transport hubs or its role as a retail destination. Such factors could drive higher rates of disorderly conduct, even as property crime remains relatively subdued.