Swansea Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Swansea, 9.2 crimes were reported in August 2023 — 13.6% higher than the UK average of 8.1. This rate translates to a 1-in-109 chance of a resident experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.7%) and public order incidents (10.3%). These figures align with Swansea's character as a coastal town with a mix of urban centres and tourist attractions, where high foot traffic and nightlife activity may contribute to higher rates of violence and disorder. The spike in public order offences (50% above UK average) and shoplifting (50% above UK average) suggests seasonal pressures during August's peak holiday period, when empty homes and increased visitor numbers could heighten risks. While property crimes remain lower than violent crimes, the 0.9 per 1,000 rate for shoplifting indicates targeted retail thefts, likely linked to Swansea's retail hubs along the waterfront and high streets. The data shows no significant seasonal shift in burglary rates, but the 14.9% increase from July may reflect temporary changes in home occupancy during the summer months.

August saw a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from 4 to 8 incidents — the most dramatic month-on-month jump in any category. This follows a 29.2% rise in burglary (48 to 62), potentially linked to Swansea's coastal tourism season and the increased presence of unoccupied properties during the summer. Meanwhile, theft from the person fell by 37.5% (24 to 15), possibly due to heightened police visibility in tourist areas or changes in visitor behaviour. Vehicle crime also dropped by 19% (116 to 94), which may reflect reduced car usage during the warmer weather. Swansea's violent crime rate (3.1 per 1,000) is 17% above the UK average, with anti-social behaviour (1.6 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.9 per 1,000) both exceeding UK rates by more than 10%. These figures suggest that Swansea's nightlife and public spaces may require targeted interventions during peak hours. Conversely, vehicle crime (0.4 per 1,000) and burglary (0.3 per 1,000) remain below UK averages, indicating effective local measures in these categories.

Swansea's crime rate in August 2023 (9.2 per 1,000) marked a 14.9% increase from July's 8.0 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. This translates to approximately 74 crimes reported daily — a figure that, while lower than the UK's average daily rate, highlights the local impact of Swansea's specific crime patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 109 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the need for community vigilance. Compared to the UK average, Swansea's violent crime rate (3.1 per 1,000) is 17% higher, but its burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) is 12% lower, suggesting that local property crime prevention efforts may be more effective than those targeting violent offences. The population context reveals that Swansea's 251,304 residents face a crime risk that is both higher and lower than national averages in different categories — a reflection of the city's unique mix of urban density, tourism, and coastal geography. While the increase in robbery and burglary may concern residents, the lower rates of vehicle crime and burglary indicate that some crime prevention strategies are working, even as others require further attention.