Crime Rate in Aughton & Swallownest: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Aughton & Swallownest

The total recorded crimes in Aughton & Swallownest, Rotherham, UK in July 2025 are around 96 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Aughton & Swallownest crime rate of 8.46 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Aughton & Swallownest, encompassing approximately 11,349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (35) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (28) incidents (154.55% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Aughton & Swallownest Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Westcott Mews with total crimes: 9
  • Mason Drive with total crimes: 9
  • Rosedale Close with total crimes: 8

How safe is Aughton & Swallownest?

To understand the safety of Aughton & Swallownest, we need to analyze Aughton & Swallownest crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Rotherham:

    • In 2024, Aughton & Swallownest demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Rotherham average, with 921 crimes compared to 1294.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Aughton & Swallownest recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 24 other areas in the Rotherham.

    • In 2023, Aughton & Swallownest had fewer crimes than the Rotherham average, with 838 crimes compared to 1,199. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Aughton & Swallownest recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 24 other areas in the Rotherham.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Rotherham, Aughton & Swallownest has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Aughton & Swallownest Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Aughton & Swallownest has recorded 96 crimes with crime rate of 8.46 ranking 12th out of 24 in the Rotherham, UK

In 2024, the total Aughton & Swallownest crimes were 921. The crime rate of Aughton & Swallownest in 2024 was 81.15 (year) or 6.76 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Rotherham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Aughton & Swallownest were around 838 crimes with yearly crime rate of 73.84 (year) or 6.15 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Rotherham.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Aughton & Swallownest)CrimesRank (Aughton & Swallownest)CrimesRank (Aughton & Swallownest)
Boston Castle377 14,827 13,979 1
Rotherham East277 22,674 22,439 2
Rotherham West195 32,285 32,182 3
Rawmarsh West103 101,528 61,594 4
Dinnington158 41,598 41,408 6
Dalton & Thrybergh124 81,555 51,503 5
Wath131 51,460 71,376 7
Thurcroft & Wickersley South126 61,012 141,040 13
Keppel125 71,281 91,120 11
Maltby East98 111,212 101,282 8
Greasbrough104 91,283 81,120 10
Rawmarsh East92 131,092 121,150 9
Hoober81 151,158 111,087 12
Swinton Rockingham76 161,021 13944 15
Wales52 23956 15979 14
Brinsworth84 14789 18791 18
Hellaby & Maltby West58 22687 22803 17
Sitwell68 18844 17654 21
Anston & Woodsetts70 17772 20660 20
Wickersley North66 19783 19765 19
Rother Vale65 20744 21616 22
Kilnhurst & Swinton East62 21610 25552 23
Bramley & Ravenfield51 24630 23550 24
Aston & Todwick49 25621 24545 25

Aughton & Swallownest Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 35 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 28 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (23 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.89 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 20254
April 20254
March 202511
February 20254
January 202511
December 20245
November 20243

A total of 125 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 13.89 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202511
May 20259
April 202511
March 202511
February 202511
January 202514
December 202410
November 202420

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20257
December 20242
November 20243

A total of 210 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 23.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202535
June 202514
May 202515
April 202530
March 202523
February 202515
January 202520
December 202422
November 202436

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251

A total of 78 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20257
April 20257
March 20259
February 20256
January 20258
December 20248
November 202416

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20255
May 20255
April 20257
March 20255
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20253
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.56 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20256
April 20257
March 20253
February 20255
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20247
November 20242

High Crime Locations Aughton & Swallownest in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Aughton & Swallownest postcode area is presented below.

1. Westcott Mews (Map)
Total9
Criminal damage and arson4
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order1
2. Mason Drive (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences8
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Rosedale Close (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft2
4. Queens Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Other theft1
5. Park Street (Map)
Total6
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Park Hill (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Jasmine Gardens (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Park Hill Gardens (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1

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