Swindon Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 187,986, Swindon recorded 1,573 crimes in June 2025 — equating to 8.4 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate places the area 3.7% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, reflecting a persistent challenge in maintaining safety standards. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39% of all reports (614 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and public order offences (8.8%). These figures align with patterns typical of a medium-sized built-up area with a mix of urban and semi-rural characteristics, where high foot traffic in retail and leisure zones likely contributes to incidents of anti-social behaviour and public order violations. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer — may have influenced crime patterns, with longer daylight hours potentially increasing opportunities for both violent and property crimes. However, the data does not indicate a sharp seasonal spike, suggesting that underlying social and economic factors may play a more sustained role in shaping crime trends. The rate of violent crimes in Swindon is 15% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the town's specific demographic profile, including a significant proportion of working-age residents and a history of industrial activity that could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict.

June 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with drug-related offences increasing by 18.8% compared to May, rising from 32 to 38 incidents. This uptick may be linked to seasonal changes, as warmer weather and extended daylight hours can facilitate illicit activities in public spaces. Concurrently, other theft offences rose by 14.3% (63 to 72), a trend that could be attributed to increased retail activity during the summer months. Conversely, robbery rates fell sharply by 42.9% (14 to 8), reflecting a combination of heightened police presence and reduced opportunities for such crimes in the evenings. Theft from the person also declined by 27.3% (11 to 8), a decrease that may be partially explained by the reduced prevalence of street-level drug trade, which often correlates with such crimes. Swindon's violent crime rate remains 15% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences comprising nearly 40% of all reported crimes. This disparity highlights the area's specific challenges in addressing interpersonal violence, which may be exacerbated by the town's role as a commuter hub and its proximity to larger urban centres. The town's public order offences — 19% above the UK average — further underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas such as the town centre and major transport hubs.

Swindon's crime rate remained stable in June 2025, matching the previous month's rate of 8.4 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests that broader systemic factors — rather than transient events — continue to influence local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 52 crimes per day, a figure that, while comparable to other medium-sized towns, requires contextualisation within Swindon's unique demographic profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 120 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while not alarmingly high, indicates that the population faces a measurable risk of encountering crime. When viewed through the lens of population size, the 1,573 total crimes equate to a per capita rate that is marginally higher than the UK average, but not significantly so. This suggests that Swindon's challenges are broadly aligned with national trends, though specific local conditions — such as the town's role as a commuter hub and its proximity to Wiltshire's rural areas — may amplify certain types of crime. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the fluctuations observed in specific categories, such as the sharp decline in robbery and the rise in drug-related offences, highlighting the combination of factors that shape the town's crime profile.