Swansea Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea’s crime profile in April 2025 reveals a marked dominance of violent crimes over property-related offences, a shift that may reflect broader social or environmental factors. The total crime rate stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 5.2% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This disparity is particularly evident in the breakdown of crime types, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.2% of all reported incidents—far exceeding the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences also featured prominently, with the latter being 67% above the UK average. These figures align with Swansea’s status as a major urban centre with a mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces, where high foot traffic and social interactions may contribute to such trends. Seasonal context plays a role, as April’s Easter period and spring weather likely influenced increased outdoor activity, amplifying public order issues and retail-related crimes. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting, while lower in proportion, still reflect vulnerabilities tied to the city’s economic and social dynamics. The interplay between these factors suggests that Swansea’s crime picture is shaped by both structural characteristics and transient seasonal influences.

April 2025 saw a notable increase in shoplifting, rising by 15.5% to 209 incidents, likely linked to Easter retail activity and spring foot traffic. Burglary also rose sharply by 20%, with 42 incidents reported, a trend that may reflect seasonal patterns of home leave or increased property vulnerability during holidays. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 53.3%, from 30 to 14 cases, suggesting possible effectiveness in targeted policing efforts or a temporary reduction in gang-related activity. Violent crimes, at 759 incidents, remained 15% above the UK average, underscoring Swansea’s ongoing challenges with violence and sexual offences. For residents, the shoplifting surge highlights the need for heightened security in retail zones, particularly during peak shopping periods.

Swansea’s crime rate in April 2025 remained stable at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 0.7% decrease from the previous month’s 8.2 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 68 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the city’s population density and urban character. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 123 residents, placing Swansea’s monthly exposure slightly above the UK average when scaled to population size. While the rate is marginally higher than the UK’s 7.7 per 1,000, the stability in month-on-month figures indicates that local policing and community initiatives may be maintaining a consistent level of deterrence. The daily crime count, however, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance in high-traffic areas such as the city centre and major transport hubs.