Highworth Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Highworth's crime rate in August 2025 remained lower than the UK average, recording 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—58% below the national figure of 8.1. This consistent underperformance relative to the UK highlights the area's success in maintaining a safer environment, though it also underscores the need for continued vigilance. The most prevalent crime types were anti-social behaviour (34.5% of total incidents), followed by violence and sexual offences (31.0%), and other theft (10.3%). These figures align with Highworth's character as a built-up area within Swindon, where community-focused policing and a relatively compact layout may contribute to lower crime rates. August, as a peak holiday month, likely influenced patterns: anti-social behaviour and violence rose slightly, possibly due to increased foot traffic and social events. However, shoplifting and criminal damage both declined, reflecting fewer residents at home during the summer break. The overall crime profile remains skewed towards low-level incidents rather than more severe crimes, a trend consistent with suburban areas where property crimes are less frequent than in densely populated urban centres. While the area's crime rate is exceptionally low, the seasonal fluctuations observed in August suggest that local conditions—such as holiday activity and temporary population shifts—play a role in shaping monthly trends.

August 2025 saw a marked increase in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 66.7% from 6 to 10 incidents. This surge, while concerning, still kept the rate 18% below the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000. Concurrently, other thefts surged by 200%, jumping from 1 to 3 cases—a sharp but isolated trend that may reflect temporary vulnerabilities in local security measures. In contrast, shoplifting and criminal damage both declined significantly, with shoplifting falling by 66.7% and criminal damage dropping by 75%. These decreases could be attributed to seasonal factors, such as fewer residents at home during August holidays, reducing opportunities for such crimes. The balance between property and violent crimes shifted slightly, with violent offences accounting for 31% of total incidents—slightly higher than the property crime share of 24%. This mix is consistent with Highworth's profile as a mixed-use area where retail and residential zones coexist, influencing crime dynamics.

Highworth's crime rate in August 2025 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a 3.4% decrease from the previous month's 3.6 per 1,000. This small but consistent decline suggests a stabilising trend in local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day during the month, a figure that reflects the low overall rate compared to the UK average. When considering monthly exposure, residents faced a 1-in-291 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime, a statistic that highlights the relatively safe environment in Highworth. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to the UK-wide context, where the average resident faces significantly higher risk. The population of 8,432 further contextualises these figures, showing that even with the 29 reported crimes, the area maintains a crime profile that is markedly safer than the national average. The reduction in criminal damage and arson by 75% from July to August may indicate seasonal factors, such as increased community engagement or heightened awareness during peak holiday periods.