Broad Blunsdon Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broad Blunsdon's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure 26.7% below the UK average of 8.6. This performance positions the area as one of the safer built-up regions within Swindon, though the data reveals a complex picture shaped by seasonal factors. Shoplifting dominated the crime profile, accounting for 47.2% of all reported incidents, a rate 362% above the national average. This stark contrast may be attributed to the area's proximity to retail hubs and the summer tourism peak, which likely increases foot traffic in commercial zones. Violence and sexual offences, while still lower than the UK average (28% below), saw a significant month-on-month surge, potentially linked to the summer festival season and extended daylight hours. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage both remained well below UK averages, suggesting that the area's community engagement efforts may be contributing to a more stable environment. The seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, festivals, and outdoor events—likely influences these patterns, with increased social activity both driving and deterring certain types of crime. While the overall rate remains low, the sharp rise in violent offences warrants attention, as it indicates a shift that may require targeted local interventions.

July 2025 marked a stark contrast in crime trends, with a 157.1% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 7 to 18 cases. This jump, though notable, was offset by a 50.0% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which fell from 2 to 1 incidents. The area's shoplifting rate remained 362% above the UK average, a persistent challenge despite the overall crime rate being 26.7% below national levels. A surprising rise in drug-related crimes, doubling from 0 to 1 case, and a similar increase in bicycle theft both underscore the impact of summer tourism and festivals on local crime dynamics. These shifts suggest that while property crimes like shoplifting remain a focus, violent offences are now drawing more attention, possibly linked to the influx of visitors during peak season.

Broad Blunsdon's crime rate in July 2025 rose 26.1% compared to June 2025, moving from 5.0 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend contrasts with the area's overall 26.7% reduction relative to the UK average, which remains at 8.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 2 crimes per day in July, a figure that, while low, reflects the summer season's unique dynamics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 158 residents, a statistic that places the area in a markedly safer position compared to the UK's broader context. This monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a lower risk of encountering crime than the national average, though the increase from June indicates a need for continued monitoring. The population-scaled perspective highlights the area's relatively secure environment, even as the month-on-month rise signals potential shifts in local patterns.