Is Swindon Town Centre Safe?
Crime statistics for Swindon Town Centre. Based on official UK Police data, updated July 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 4,888 total crimes recorded in Swindon Town Centre
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Swindon Town Centre — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Swindon Town Centre safe?
Swindon Town Centre has a CrimeRadar safety score of 1/100, rated High Crime. A total of 4,888 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 203% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Swindon Town Centre are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Swindon Town Centre in the last 12 months?
4,888 crimes were recorded in Swindon Town Centre 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 203% compared to the previous 12-month period (1,613 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,538 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Swindon Town Centre?
The most common crime in Swindon Town Centre is Violent Crime, with 1,538 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 31.5% 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 Swindon Town Centre increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Swindon Town Centre is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 203% — from 1,613 crimes in the previous 12 months to 4,888 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 Swindon Town Centre?
Swindon Town Centre has a safety score of 1 out of 100 (High Crime). 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 Swindon Town Centre compare to the Wiltshire Police average?
Swindon Town Centre has a safety score of 1/100, while the Wiltshire Police force area average is 25/100. Swindon Town Centre is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Swindon Town Centre?
11.7% of crimes recorded in Swindon Town Centre 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 Wiltshire 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 Swindon Town Centre?
1,538 violent crimes were recorded in Swindon Town Centre in the last 12 months — representing 31.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,111 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 Swindon Town Centre last updated?
The crime data for Swindon Town Centre was last updated in July 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 Swindon Town Centre with other areas?
You can compare Swindon Town Centre 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.