Crime Rate in Covingham and Dorcan: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Covingham and Dorcan

The total recorded crimes in Covingham and Dorcan, Swindon, UK in July 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Covingham and Dorcan crime rate of 1.18 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 Covingham and Dorcan, encompassing approximately 27,863 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-61.54% decrease)
Covingham and Dorcan Crime Hotspots

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

  • Grundys with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Partridge Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Covingham and Dorcan?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Covingham and Dorcan demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 498 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Covingham and Dorcan recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

    • In 2023, Covingham and Dorcan had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 474 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Covingham and Dorcan recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Covingham and Dorcan Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Covingham and Dorcan has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 1.18 ranking 19th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Covingham and Dorcan crimes were 498. The crime rate of Covingham and Dorcan in 2024 was 17.87 (year) or 1.49 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Covingham and Dorcan were around 474 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.01 (year) or 1.42 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Swindon.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Covingham and Dorcan)CrimesRank (Covingham and Dorcan)CrimesRank (Covingham and Dorcan)
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
Chiseldon and Lawn34 18556 16430 18
Haydon Wick34 17300 19322 20
Ridgeway25 20280 20346 19

Covingham and Dorcan Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 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 Shoplifting (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 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 Drugs incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 71 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 20257
April 202511
March 20259
February 20252
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20244
August 20247

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20251
April 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
February 20252
January 20251

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
July 20255
June 202513
May 202525
April 202522
March 202520
February 202517
January 202512
December 202410
November 202416
October 202411
September 202412
August 20247

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20251
April 20258
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
March 20252
November 20246
October 20242
September 20242

A total of 67 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20257
May 20253
April 20252
March 202521
February 20258
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
April 20252
March 20257
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
September 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

High Crime Locations Covingham and Dorcan in July 2025

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

1. Grundys (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
3. Partridge Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Public order1
4. Thirlmere (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Tyneham Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs2
6. The Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Larksfield (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Swan Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Hawkswood (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Gibbs Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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