Swindon Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Swindon, 6.9 crimes were recorded in April 2025, a rate 10.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a per-capita risk that is relatively low compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 35.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.1%) and shoplifting (8.6%). These figures may reflect the area's mix of urban and suburban characteristics, where high streets and public spaces serve as focal points for both violent and non-violent crime. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and spring weather—likely influenced activity patterns, with increased outdoor engagement potentially contributing to the prevalence of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. However, the drop in shoplifting cases compared to March suggests that targeted measures, such as enhanced CCTV coverage or retail collaboration, may be effective. Swindon's overall crime rate, while stable, highlights a need to address the disproportionate share of violent crime, which remains significantly higher than the UK average for this category (8% below). This contrast with other areas, such as the UK's lower vehicle crime rates, may be attributable to Swindon's suburban infrastructure, which reduces opportunities for car-related offences. The data thus illustrates a community where localised factors shape crime trends, requiring tailored responses to maintain the current level of safety.

April 2025 saw a sharp 260% increase in robbery cases, rising from 5 to 18 incidents. This jump, though statistically significant, remains a small portion of the overall crime rate (1.1% of total crimes). Conversely, shoplifting fell by 21.7% (from 184 to 144), a trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced foot traffic during Easter or improved retail security measures. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime, was 5% above the UK average, highlighting a local challenge in community engagement. Meanwhile, other theft and vehicle crime were 40% and 47% below UK averages respectively, potentially influenced by Swindon's suburban character and lower density of high-traffic retail zones. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour persists, while the decline in shoplifting suggests that some crime prevention efforts may be yielding results.

Swindon's crime rate in April 2025 remained stable at 6.9 per 1,000 residents, a 1.8% increase from the previous month's 6.8 rate. This minimal fluctuation suggests a consistent pattern in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 56 reported crimes each day, translating to roughly one crime for every 145 residents over the course of the month. When scaled to the population of 243,875, this figure illustrates that the risk of encountering crime is relatively low compared to the UK average. The stability in the monthly rate, combined with the per-capita context, reinforces that Swindon's residents face a manageable level of risk. The comparison to the UK average further highlights that Swindon's overall crime rate is 10.4% lower than the national benchmark, a difference that may reflect local policing strategies or community factors. This consistency in the rate, despite seasonal variations in activity, indicates that the area's crime profile is less volatile than some urban counterparts.