Highworth Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Highworth's overall crime rate in January 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.8% below the UK average of 7.1. This marks a continuation of the area's historically lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks, though the monthly figure reflects a 2.4% increase from December's 4.6. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (45% of all incidents), followed by public order offences (17.5%) and burglary (12.5%). These patterns align with the built-up nature of Highworth within Swindon, where concentrated populations and local retail hubs may contribute to specific offence types. Seasonal factors likely influenced the data, as January typically sees reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours, which may curtail outdoor crimes but could amplify incidents in more enclosed public spaces. The relatively low overall rate, despite a modest month-on-month rise, suggests the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, though the shift in crime composition between violent and property offences merits closer examination in the context of local dynamics.

January 2025 saw stark shifts in crime composition, with public order offences surging by 133.3% compared to December, rising from 3 to 7 incidents. This increase, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary cases (from 0 to 5) and a 200% jump in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 3), indicates a marked uptick in disorder-related incidents. By contrast, vehicle crime fell by 50%, and anti-social behaviour decreased by 28.6%, suggesting some areas of local policing or community engagement may have had an impact. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, though they edged down slightly by 5.3% (from 19 to 18). This category still outperforms the UK average by 16%, with 2.1 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 2.5. Conversely, public order and burglary rates in Highworth exceed UK averages by 74% and 100% respectively, highlighting areas where local conditions—such as proximity to high-traffic public spaces or residential density—may amplify these specific offence types. For residents, the sharp rise in public order incidents offers a concrete data point to consider when assessing local safety priorities.

The crime rate in January 2025 (4.7 per 1,000) reflects a 2.4% increase from December's 4.6, though this remains far below the UK average. On a daily basis, Highworth experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 211 residents. This rate, while modest, underscores the significance of the public order and burglary increases—particularly as these categories now outpace UK averages by 74% and 100% respectively. When contextualised against Highworth's population of 8,432, the 40 total crimes reported represent a relatively low level of risk for residents, with the most common incidents concentrated in violence and sexual offences. However, the stark divergence from national averages in public order and burglary suggests that local factors—such as the built-up nature of the area or specific community dynamics—may be playing a role in shaping these trends. The comparison highlights both the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts and the need for targeted interventions in areas where Highworth's rates diverge from national norms.