Is Swalecliffe Safe?
Crime statistics for Swalecliffe. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 285 total crimes recorded in Swalecliffe
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Swalecliffe — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Swalecliffe safe?
Swalecliffe has a CrimeRadar safety score of 55/100, rated Average. A total of 285 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 28.4% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Swalecliffe are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Swalecliffe in the last 12 months?
285 crimes were recorded in Swalecliffe in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 28.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (222 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 115 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Swalecliffe?
The most common crime in Swalecliffe is Violent Crime, with 115 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 40.4% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Swalecliffe increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Swalecliffe is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 28.4% — from 222 crimes in the previous 12 months to 285 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Swalecliffe?
Swalecliffe has a safety score of 55 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Swalecliffe compare to the Kent Police average?
Swalecliffe has a safety score of 55/100, while the Kent Police force area average is 37/100. Swalecliffe is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Swalecliffe?
29.7% of crimes recorded in Swalecliffe resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Kent Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Swalecliffe?
115 violent crimes were recorded in Swalecliffe in the last 12 months — representing 40.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 46 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Swalecliffe last updated?
The crime data for Swalecliffe was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Swalecliffe with other areas?
You can compare Swalecliffe with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.