Swansea Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 5.5% below the UK average of 7.3. This figure reflects a continuation of trends observed in recent months, with violence and sexual offences remaining the dominant category, accounting for 43.8% of all recorded crimes. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—likely influenced patterns, though the overall rate did not mirror the spikes typically associated with these events. The drop in overall crime compared to October may be partially attributed to the closure of certain retail outlets during the holiday season, which can reduce opportunities for shoplifting and other property-related offences. However, the persistence of high rates in violent crimes, particularly in areas with concentrated nightlife, suggests ongoing challenges in addressing public safety concerns. Anti-social behaviour remained a significant issue, though it was 15% below the UK average, possibly due to community policing initiatives or localised efforts to mitigate disruptive activity. The relatively low rates of burglary (67% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (50% below) contrast with the elevated levels of public order offences, indicating a combination of urban dynamics and crime prevention strategies. As the year progresses, monitoring how these trends evolve in response to seasonal changes and policy interventions will be critical for maintaining Swansea’s current trajectory.

November 2025 saw a marked reduction in bicycle theft, with reported cases dropping by 58.8% from 17 to 7. This sharp decline may partly explain the overall 11.5% decrease in Swansea’s crime rate compared to October. Conversely, other theft rose by 7.1%, reflecting a shift in criminal activity towards less visible, non-vehicle-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 43.8% of all crimes, and were 17% above the UK average. This divergence from national trends may be consistent with Swansea’s urban character and the presence of nightlife areas that attract higher concentrations of such incidents. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell slightly below the UK average by 5%, suggesting localised retail strategies or policing efforts may have had an impact. The stark contrast between Swansea’s vehicle crime rate (50% below the UK average) and its public order offences (28% above) illustrates the combination of factors shaping the area’s crime profile.

Swansea's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 11.5% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.7 to 6.9 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic in shopping areas may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 57 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total within the rhythm of everyday life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 146 residents, a measure that highlights the relative frequency of incidents in a population of 251,304. This monthly exposure rate, while informative, does not account for fluctuations in daily activity or localised hotspots that might skew individual experiences. The drop in overall crime also reflects a shift in the balance between property and violent crime, with the latter remaining high despite the overall decline.