Broad Blunsdon Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Broad Blunsdon, 6.3 crimes were recorded in September 2023 — a figure 21.3% below the UK average of 8.0. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day, or one crime for every 158 residents over the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (26.4% of total), shoplifting (22.6%), and vehicle crime (17.0%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a built-up district within Swindon, where proximity to retail hubs and transport links may contribute to shoplifting and vehicle-related crimes. Seasonal factors in September — back-to-school activity and university freshers arriving — likely increased foot traffic in local areas, potentially influencing the rise in violent offences. While property crimes (31) outnumbered violent crimes (14), the violent crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 was 38% below the UK average, suggesting local community dynamics or policing efforts may temper such incidents. The contrast between shoplifting (150% above UK average) and anti-social behaviour (25% below UK average) highlights the complexity of local crime profiles, with retail environments driving certain categories while others remain stable. As nights draw in, the shift from summer to autumn may also impact outdoor crime patterns.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in shoplifting (+100%) and vehicle crime (+100%), both rising from zero to 12 and 9 incidents respectively. These jumps were stark compared to August, when neither category was recorded. Shoplifting, now at 1.4 per 1,000 residents, was 150% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, reflecting possible pressures on local retailers during the back-to-school period. Vehicle crime, at 1.1 per 1,000, was 129% above the UK average, likely tied to the area’s transport infrastructure and parking arrangements. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 44.4% (from 9 to 5), and anti-social behaviour dropped 11.1% (from 9 to 8), possibly due to increased community engagement as term-time activities resumed. The violent crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 — 38% below the UK average — may indicate effective local policing or demographic factors. A resident might find the shoplifting data particularly relevant, as it suggests targeted efforts to protect retail premises could help mitigate this spike.

The crime rate in September 2023 (6.3 per 1,000) was 29.2% higher than August’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. However, this still places Broad Blunsdon significantly below the UK average, with 21.3% fewer crimes per 1,000 residents than the national figure. Daily crime exposure in September averaged 2 incidents per day, a figure residents may contextualise as relatively low compared to larger urban areas. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 158 residents — a monthly aggregate that provides a tangible sense of risk. When compared to the previous month, the increase was most pronounced in shoplifting and vehicle crime, which both rose from zero to 12 and 9 incidents respectively. The population context — 8,381 residents — means that even a 29.2% increase in the rate translates to a manageable number of incidents in absolute terms. This contrast between the rate’s rise and the area’s continued below-average position underscores the importance of local factors, such as community policing and targeted interventions, in shaping crime outcomes. While the rate has increased, the overall picture remains one of relative safety compared to the UK as a whole.