Swansea Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea's July 2025 crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents places it 14% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, a trend consistent with the city's coastal character and summer seasonality. Violence and sexual offences (38.1% of all crimes) remained the most prevalent category, reflecting Swansea's urban core and the impact of summer festivals on public safety. Anti-social behaviour (15.8%) and public order offences (11.7%) followed, with the latter significantly exceeding the UK average by 41%. This anomaly may partly explain the 12.7% rise in 'other crime', a category that includes unclassified offences and could reflect challenges in managing large crowds during peak tourism periods. Seasonal factors, including school holidays and festivals, likely contributed to the overall crime rate being lower than the UK average, as Swansea's tourism-driven economy may see temporary shifts in crime patterns. However, the 41% increase in public order offences compared to the UK average highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with high event density. Despite these challenges, the 7.4 per 1,000 rate underscores Swansea's relative safety, particularly in comparison to other UK cities with similar population sizes.

July saw a 12.7% rise in 'other crime', with incidents increasing from 55 to 62. This category, which includes unclassified offences, rose sharply despite overall crime trends declining. Meanwhile, vehicle crime plummeted by 44%, from 91 to 51, likely reflecting reduced car usage during summer holidays and increased police patrols in car parks. Shoplifting also dropped 38%, with 216 incidents in June falling to 134 in July. This aligns with seasonal patterns in Swansea's retail areas, where summer festivals may disperse crowds. However, public order offences remained 41% above the UK average at 0.9 per 1,000, highlighting persistent challenges in managing crowds during events. Residents should remain cautious in high-traffic zones, where unclassified crimes may be more prevalent.

Swansea's crime rate in July 2025 dropped 7.9% from June's 8.0 per 1,000 to 7.4 per 1,000, marking the lowest rate since at least 2023. Daily crime figures show 60 incidents per day, a localised metric that reflects Swansea's population of 251,304. Over the month, one crime occurred for every 136 residents, a ratio that underscores the area's relatively low exposure compared to other UK cities. This decline follows a seasonal pattern typical of Swansea's coastal tourism hub, where increased police presence during festivals may contribute to reduced incidents. However, the 1-in-136 monthly exposure remains a useful benchmark for residents to contextualise their risk, particularly in areas with higher foot traffic or event density.