Crime Rate in Chiseldon and Lawn: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chiseldon and Lawn

The total recorded crimes in Chiseldon and Lawn, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 48 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chiseldon and Lawn crime rate of 7.61 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 Chiseldon and Lawn, encompassing approximately 6,304 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (108.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (25.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Chiseldon and Lawn Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5
  • Cambridge Close with total crimes: 5
  • The Birches with total crimes: 5

How safe is Chiseldon and Lawn?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Chiseldon and Lawn demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 556 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Chiseldon and Lawn recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Chiseldon and Lawn had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 430 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Chiseldon and Lawn recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chiseldon and Lawn Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Chiseldon and Lawn has recorded 48 crimes with crime rate of 7.61 ranking 16th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Chiseldon and Lawn crimes were 556. The crime rate of Chiseldon and Lawn in 2024 was 88.20 (year) or 7.35 (month) ranking it 16 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chiseldon and Lawn were around 430 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.21 (year) or 5.68 (month) ranking 18 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
Blunsdon and Highworth79 11966 12835 13
Priory Vale68 12703 15662 14
Wroughton and Wichelstowe33 18735 14653 15
Covingham and Dorcan64 14498 18474 17
Shaw40 17521 17479 16
Ridgeway26 19280 20346 19
Haydon Wick24 20300 19322 20

Chiseldon and Lawn Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (13 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (32 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (14 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 169 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202512
January 202512
December 20249
November 202416
October 202411
September 202413
August 202413
July 202412
June 202426
May 202413
April 20247

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

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
July 20243
April 20241

A total of 39 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 202412
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 39 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20256
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 63 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20248
October 20248
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 202414
May 20246
April 202414

A total of 119 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 202412
September 202414
August 202410
July 202413
June 202432
May 20249
April 20246

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 41 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20246
July 20241
June 20246
May 20246
April 202415

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 202513
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Chiseldon and Lawn in March 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs2
2. Cambridge Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
3. The Birches (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. John Alder Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Boyton Close (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Marlborough Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Clitchbury Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Saltrop Rise (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lowry Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
10. Castle View Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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