Swansea Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea's October 2024 crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 4.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This relatively low rate contrasts with the UK context, where Swansea's profile reflects a mix of urban and coastal dynamics. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (35.5% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.4%) and shoplifting (11.3%). These figures align with Swansea's character as a major urban centre with a strong retail presence and a significant student population, which may contribute to shoplifting rates. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and the Halloween period, likely influence patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The city's coastal location and established infrastructure may also temper property crime rates compared to more rural or deprived areas. However, the 4.9% gap below the UK average suggests effective policing or community initiatives, though further analysis is needed to confirm causal links. The balance between violent and property crime remains a key focus for local authorities, as the former dominates the crime profile while property-related offences remain relatively contained.

October 2024 saw a stark rise in bicycle theft, surging by 90.9% from 11 to 21 incidents. This jump, though still below the UK average for the category (0.1 per 1,000), may reflect increased cycling activity during darker evenings or heightened awareness of theft risks. Robbery also increased by 40%, rising from 5 to 7 cases, though this remains well below the UK average (0.1 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour rose by 23.4% to 258 incidents, marking one of the most significant month-on-month shifts. This category, at 1.0 per 1,000, is 22% below the UK average (1.3 per 1,000), highlighting Swansea's comparatively lower levels of disruptive behaviour. Shoplifting (0.9 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) both exceeded UK averages by 25% and 43% respectively, indicating persistent challenges in retail areas and public spaces. These trends suggest a combination of seasonal factors, such as Halloween, and the city's urban environment, where high foot traffic in commercial zones may drive shoplifting. The 4.9% UK-wide gap in overall crime rates remains a key point of interest, though it is not yet clear whether this reflects systemic differences or temporary fluctuations.

Swansea's crime rate in October 2024 (7.7 per 1,000) marked a 7.1% increase from September's 7.2 per 1,000, reflecting a modest upward trend. On a daily basis, the city recorded approximately 62 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 130 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is slightly lower than the UK average (calculated from the overall rate of 8.1 per 1,000). This statistic, while not directly comparable to UK-wide data, underscores Swansea's relative safety within the UK framework. The population of 251,304 means that the crime rate is scaled to a large urban area, where higher population density often correlates with more incidents. However, the city's performance in categories like anti-social behaviour (22% below UK average) and burglary (39% below UK average) suggests effective local interventions or demographic factors that mitigate certain crime types. The comparison also highlights the need for continued vigilance in areas where Swansea exceeds UK averages, such as public order offences (43% above), which may be influenced by the city's vibrant nightlife and coastal tourism. These metrics provide a nuanced picture of Swansea's crime profile, balancing local specifics with national benchmarks.