Crime Rate in Blunsdon and Highworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blunsdon and Highworth

The total recorded crimes in Blunsdon and Highworth, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blunsdon and Highworth crime rate of 6.00 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 Blunsdon and Highworth, encompassing approximately 13,159 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-3.45% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (30.77% increase)
  • Public order: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Blunsdon and Highworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 17
  • Turnpike Road with total crimes: 6
  • Edencroft with total crimes: 5

How safe is Blunsdon and Highworth?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Blunsdon and Highworth demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 966 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Blunsdon and Highworth recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Blunsdon and Highworth had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 835 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Blunsdon and Highworth recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swindon, Blunsdon and Highworth has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blunsdon and Highworth Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Blunsdon and Highworth has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 6.00 ranking 11th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Blunsdon and Highworth crimes were 966. The crime rate of Blunsdon and Highworth in 2024 was 73.41 (year) or 6.12 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blunsdon and Highworth were around 835 crimes with yearly crime rate of 63.45 (year) or 5.29 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Swindon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Swindon)CrimesRank (Swindon)CrimesRank (Swindon)
Central248 13,636 13,033 1
Eastcott96 41,373 31,579 2
Mannington and Western94 61,381 21,349 4
Walcot and Park North141 21,251 71,372 3
Penhill and Upper Stratton123 31,333 41,317 5
Liden, Eldene and Park South95 51,272 51,264 6
Gorse Hill and Pinehurst90 81,257 61,167 8
Rodbourne Cheney87 91,203 101,170 7
Old Town93 71,207 9969 10
St Andrews82 101,240 8888 12
Lydiard and Freshbrook62 15985 111,099 9
St Margaret and South Marston65 13851 13915 11
Priory Vale68 12703 15662 14
Wroughton and Wichelstowe33 18735 14653 15
Covingham and Dorcan64 14498 18474 17
Shaw40 17521 17479 16
Chiseldon and Lawn48 16556 16430 18
Ridgeway26 19280 20346 19
Haydon Wick24 20300 19322 20

Blunsdon and Highworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (21 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (66 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 58 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.27 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 20249
November 202421
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20249
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 110 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20258
December 20243
November 20246
October 202411
September 20249
August 202411
July 20246
June 202428
May 20245
April 202413

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20246
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244
July 20245
June 20242
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 75 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 202512
December 20248
November 20248
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241
July 20247
June 20244
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 390 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 32.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 66 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202528
February 202529
January 202535
December 202446
November 202420
October 202430
September 202440
August 202414
July 202417
June 202466
May 202434
April 202431

A total of 176 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202513
January 20257
December 20249
November 202414
October 20248
September 202412
August 202425
July 202412
June 202438
May 202416
April 20245

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
November 20241
October 20243
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 45 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20259
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20246
June 202418
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20248
April 20244

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
September 20242
August 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20242
October 20242
August 20241
July 20243
April 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20244

High Crime Locations Blunsdon and Highworth in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Blunsdon and Highworth postcode area is presented below.

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total17
Violence and sexual offences11
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs2
Public order2
2. Turnpike Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
3. Edencroft (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
4. Crompton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. The Ridge (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Sams Lane (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
7. Hossil Lane (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Woodside Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Shrivenham Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Roman Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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