Swansea Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea's overall crime rate in June 2023 stood at 8.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that placed the city 1.2% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marginal advantage, though small, suggests a generally stable crime environment compared to national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.4% of all reported incidents—2.8 per 1,000 residents. This category was 4% below the UK average, potentially reflecting local policing strategies or community initiatives that have mitigated severe incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 21.8% of total crimes at 1.8 per 1,000. This rate was 22% above the UK average, a statistic that may be influenced by Swansea's urban character and the increased social interactions typical of a city with a mix of residential and commercial areas. Public order offences, at 0.9 per 1,000, accounted for 10.9% of all crimes and were 34% above the UK average. This could be attributed to Swansea's coastal location, where public spaces are heavily used during summer months, leading to more incidents requiring police intervention. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—likely contributed to these patterns, as warmer weather and longer daylight hours often correlate with increased outdoor activity and associated risks. However, the overall crime rate remained relatively consistent with previous months, suggesting that while certain categories fluctuated, the city maintained a broadly stable security environment.

June 2023 saw notable fluctuations in Swansea's crime profile. Anti-social behaviour rose by 20.8%, reaching 459 incidents—22% above the UK average. This increase may reflect heightened social activity as summer began, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 32.9%, dropping from 85 to 57 incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This decline could be linked to improved car security measures or reduced reliance on vehicles during warmer weather. Other theft also rose by 18.2%, reaching 130 incidents, though this category remains 23% below the UK average. These shifts highlight the dynamic nature of crime patterns, with certain categories responding more strongly to seasonal changes than others.

Swansea's crime rate in June 2023 rose by 3.7% compared to May, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining 1.2% below the UK average. The daily crime count averaged 70 incidents per day, highlighting the persistent need for community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 119 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime within the local population. This monthly exposure rate is a useful benchmark for residents, illustrating the frequency of incidents relative to Swansea's 251,304 population. While the overall rate is marginally lower than the UK average, the rise from the previous month underscores the importance of sustained policing efforts and community engagement to address emerging patterns in specific crime categories.