Swansea Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea's November 2025 crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents marks a continued trend of relative safety compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, placing the area 5.5% below the national benchmark. This figure reflects a broader pattern seen in Swansea's crime profile, which is shaped by its coastal urban character and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.4%) and shoplifting (9.0%). These trends align with Swansea's status as a major urban centre with a mix of residential, commercial, and tourist areas. The high proportion of violent crime may partly explain the 17% gap above the UK average for this category, potentially linked to increased social activity during November's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night. Conversely, Swansea's shoplifting rate is 5% below the UK average, influenced by the retail sector's efforts to combat theft during the Black Friday shopping period. Anti-social behaviour, which accounts for 12.4% of crimes, is 15% below the UK average, suggesting effective local initiatives or a lower density of high-risk environments compared to other areas. The seasonal context of November—marked by shorter days, colder weather, and events like Black Friday—may further influence crime patterns, with public order offences typically rising during such periods. However, the 36.2% decrease in public order crimes this month compared to October indicates a possible shift in community engagement or policing strategies. Overall, Swansea's crime picture for November 2025 illustrates a combination of local factors and national trends, with the area maintaining a safer profile than the UK average while grappling with persistent challenges in violent crime prevention.

November 2025 saw a marked shift in Swansea's crime mix, with an 11.5% drop in the overall crime rate compared to the previous month, bringing it to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline is particularly evident in specific categories: bicycle theft plummeted by 58.8% (from 17 to 7 incidents), a drop that may reflect heightened awareness during the festive season or increased police patrols in high-risk areas. Theft from the person also fell sharply, down 50% (from 20 to 10), potentially linked to improved public lighting or community vigilance. Public order offences, which typically rise in colder months, decreased by 36.2% (from 224 to 143), suggesting an unexpected trend that could be attributed to local events or policy changes. However, not all categories showed improvement: other theft rose by 7.1% (from 84 to 90), indicating a possible increase in opportunistic crimes during the busy shopping period. Violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000—17% above the UK average. This disparity may reflect Swansea's higher population density or specific challenges in certain neighbourhoods. Meanwhile, vehicle crime in Swansea is 50% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.4 per 1,000), a figure that could be influenced by the city's lower car ownership rates or effective local deterrents. For residents, the dramatic reduction in bicycle theft offers a tangible example of how targeted interventions can make a measurable impact on crime trends.

Swansea's November 2025 crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents represents an 11.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.7 per 1,000, highlighting a notable shift in the area's crime profile. On a daily basis, this translates to an average of 57 crimes reported each day in Swansea, a figure that, while seemingly high, is contextualised by the city's population of 251,304 residents. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, the data reveals that over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents—a ratio that places Swansea in a relatively safer position compared to many other UK areas. However, this aggregate statistic masks significant variations in specific crime categories. For instance, the rate of violence and sexual offences in Swansea is 17% above the UK average, indicating that the city's urban character and social dynamics may contribute to higher rates of such crimes. Conversely, categories like vehicle crime and theft from the person are well below the UK average, suggesting that Swansea's infrastructure or community initiatives may be more effective in preventing these types of incidents. The 11.5% monthly decline also underscores the importance of population-scaled analysis: while the absolute number of crimes has fallen, the proportion of the population affected remains a critical factor in assessing the area's overall safety. This comparison highlights the nuanced relationship between local crime trends and national benchmarks, offering residents a clearer picture of how Swansea's crime profile stacks up against the broader UK context.