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 July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chiseldon and Lawn crime rate of 5.39 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-15.38% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (-45.45% decrease)
Chiseldon and Lawn Crime Hotspots

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

  • Boyton Close with total crimes: 4
  • High Street with total crimes: 2
  • Saltrop Rise with total crimes: 2

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 areas in the Swindon.

    • 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 areas in the Swindon.

  • 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 July 2025 the Chiseldon and Lawn has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 5.39 ranking 18th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chiseldon and Lawn)CrimesRank (Chiseldon and Lawn)CrimesRank (Chiseldon and Lawn)
Central318 13,636 13,033 1
Eastcott145 41,373 31,579 2
Mannington and Western97 101,381 21,349 4
Penhill and Upper Stratton171 21,333 41,317 5
Walcot and Park North150 31,251 71,372 3
Liden, Eldene and Park South133 61,272 51,264 6
Rodbourne Cheney135 51,203 101,170 7
Gorse Hill and Pinehurst117 91,257 61,167 8
St Andrews127 71,240 8888 12
Old Town123 81,207 9969 10
Lydiard and Freshbrook61 14985 111,099 9
St Margaret and South Marston74 13851 13915 11
Blunsdon and Highworth81 11966 12835 13
Priory Vale78 12703 15662 14
Wroughton and Wichelstowe47 16735 14653 15
Shaw48 15521 17479 16
Covingham and Dorcan33 19498 18474 17
Haydon Wick34 17300 19322 20
Ridgeway25 20280 20346 19

Chiseldon and Lawn 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 11 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 25 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 170 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.17 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 25 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202513
May 202520
April 202515
March 202525
February 202512
January 202512
December 20249
November 202416
October 202411
September 202413
August 202413

A total of 45 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20253
April 20259
March 20254
February 20256
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 38 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20248
October 20248
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 94 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202511
May 20258
April 202510
March 20255
February 20254
January 20254
December 20245
November 20245
October 202412
September 202414
August 202410

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20254
April 20254
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
January 202513
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20243

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
August 20243

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
August 20246

High Crime Locations Chiseldon and Lawn in July 2025

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

1. Boyton Close (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
2. High Street (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Saltrop Rise (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Shoplifting1
4. Wincombe Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Birches (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
6. Canterbury Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lowry Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
8. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. The Crescent (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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