Swindon Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Swindon’s crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 37.7% of all reported crimes—over 600 incidents. This category, at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, is 3% below the UK average, a slight but notable deviation. The overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents placed Swindon 8.2% below the national average of 7.3, a position consistent with its status as a major urban centre with a commuter population. Seasonal factors likely influenced these figures: shorter evenings and colder weather may have curtailed outdoor activity, reducing opportunities for crimes like burglary or public order offences. However, the high proportion of violent crimes suggests ongoing challenges in managing conflicts in densely populated areas, such as the town centre or transport hubs. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than in some regions, still accounted for 18.8% of all crimes, indicating persistent issues with noise, vandalism, or disruptive conduct. The relatively low rates of property crimes—shoplifting, vehicle crime, and burglary—suggest that local initiatives or environmental factors may be deterring such offences, though this remains a topic for further analysis. November’s data also revealed a shift in crime mix, with violent crimes maintaining their dominance despite a slight overall decline in total incidents.

November saw a 42.4% increase in 'other crime' compared to October, with 47 reported incidents—marking a sharp rise in unclassified or less common offences. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 46.2%, from 26 to 14 cases, a drop that may reflect seasonal changes in cycling activity or improved security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 37.7% of all crimes, yet this rate is 3% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, however, outpaced the UK average by 23%, with 1.3 per 1,000 incidents compared to the national 1.1 per 1,000. These shifts highlight a combination of local dynamics and broader trends, with Swindon’s crime profile showing both resilience and areas of concern.

Swindon’s crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 5.4% compared to October, falling from 7.1 to 6.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, where reduced daylight hours and colder weather may limit opportunities for certain crimes. Daily crime counts averaged 54 incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 149 residents, a ratio that highlights the relative safety of the district despite its urban character. This monthly exposure figure, while not directly comparable to national averages due to differing population sizes, offers a tangible sense of risk for local residents. The population context—243,875 people—further underscores that even a modest number of crimes can be amplified in a densely populated area, though Swindon’s rate remains consistently below the UK average.