Highworth Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Highworth's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 26% below the UK average of 7.7. This figure reflects a persistent pattern of lower-than-national crime rates, though April saw a marked upward trend in certain categories. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 29.2% of all crimes, with a rate of 1.7 per 1,000—35% below the UK average. Vehicle crime, however, emerged as a stark outlier, with 12 incidents reported (1.4 per 1,000), 268% above the UK average of 0.4 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be influenced by Highworth's positioning as a commuter hub within Swindon, where vehicle-related crimes are likely to be more prevalent due to high traffic volumes and parking densities. Anti-social behaviour followed with 6 incidents (0.7 per 1,000), 47% below the UK average, suggesting that community cohesion and policing efforts are effective in mitigating such disturbances. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—may have contributed to increased outdoor activity, affecting crime patterns. While property crimes dominated the landscape (24 incidents), the overall crime rate remained significantly lower than the UK average, indicating that Highworth's built-up area maintains a relatively safe environment despite localized spikes in specific categories.

April 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in vehicle crime, the most significant month-on-month swing in the area. This surge, from 3 to 12 incidents, may partly explain the shift in crime mix toward property-related offences, which now account for 50% of reported crimes compared to 29% in March. Burglary also rose 300%, reflecting a pattern consistent with seasonal transitions, as spring weather increases outdoor activity and potential vulnerabilities in residential areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell 25%, and other theft dropped 50%, suggesting targeted interventions or natural fluctuations in community behaviour. Violence and sexual offences remained below the UK average, at 1.7 per 1,000 compared to the national rate of 2.6, indicating that Highworth's crime profile is still skewed toward property crime rather than violent crime. This contrast with the UK average underscores the area's unique dynamics, where vehicle crime—268% above the national rate—emerges as a critical concern for local authorities.

Highworth's crime rate in April 2025 rose 22.9% compared to March's 4.6 per 1,000, reflecting a continued upward trend from the previous month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day during April, a figure that remains consistent with seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 176 residents, a monthly aggregate that provides context for local residents assessing risk. This rate, while notable, remains 26% below the UK average, highlighting the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks. The population-scaled perspective shows that Highworth's crime profile, though showing month-on-month increases, still positions it as a safer environment than many comparable regions. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, where local rates are significantly below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or demographic factors that mitigate such crimes.