Swansea Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Swansea's February 2026 crime rate stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 1.6% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and national trends, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. The category accounted for 41.3% of all reported crimes, a rate 12% higher than the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to Swansea's status as a major urban centre with a high population density, where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to occur in crowded public spaces. Public order offences also featured prominently, contributing 10.0% of total crimes—46% above the UK average. This could be linked to Swansea's vibrant cultural scene and nightlife, which may generate higher levels of public disorder during colder months. Shoplifting, at 9.8% of total crimes, was 3% above the UK average, consistent with patterns observed in retail-heavy areas. Seasonal context suggests that the winter lull in outdoor activity may have dampened certain crime types, though the rise in bicycle theft indicates vulnerabilities in unsecured transport networks. These patterns illustrate the need for targeted interventions that address both the specific challenges of urban living and the seasonal fluctuations in criminal activity.

February 2026 saw a 75% surge in bicycle theft, rising from 4 to 7 incidents—a sharp contrast to the 90% drop in theft from the person, which fell from 10 to 1. These opposing trends may reflect shifting patterns in outdoor activity and public safety awareness. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.3% of all crimes, a rate 12% above the UK average. This disparity highlights Swansea's unique challenges in managing interpersonal crime, possibly linked to its urban density and social dynamics. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour incidents were 34% below the UK average, a statistic that could indicate effective community engagement or underreporting. The 26.4% increase in vehicle crime, from 53 to 67, suggests potential vulnerabilities in Swansea's transportation infrastructure or parking systems during colder months.

Swansea's crime rate for February 2026 fell to 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a 3.5% decline from the previous month's 6.5 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a seasonal lull typically observed in winter months, though the pace of change suggests other factors may have contributed. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 56 crimes per day, a figure consistent with Swansea's urban density and commercial activity. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 159 residents over the course of the month—a monthly exposure rate that remains stable compared to prior months. The population context reveals a relatively low crime burden, with the rate 1.6% below the UK average. This suggests Swansea's policing strategies or community structures may be effectively mitigating risks, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis.