Crime Rate in Eastcott: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eastcott

The total recorded crimes in Eastcott, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 96 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eastcott crime rate of 1.99 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 Eastcott, encompassing approximately 48,184 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (36) incidents (-16.28% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (14) incidents (-6.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (-8.33% decrease)
Eastcott Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 14
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Eastcott?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Eastcott reported a higher crime volume than the Swindon average, with 1,373 crimes compared to 1,077. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Eastcott witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Eastcott experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swindon average, with 1,579 crimes compared to 1,016. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Eastcott witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swindon, Eastcott has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Eastcott Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Eastcott has recorded 96 crimes with crime rate of 1.99 ranking 4th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Eastcott crimes were 1,373. The crime rate of Eastcott in 2024 was 28.49 (year) or 2.37 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Eastcott were around 1,579 crimes with yearly crime rate of 32.77 (year) or 2.73 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Swindon.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Swindon)CrimesRank (Swindon)CrimesRank (Swindon)
Central248 13,636 13,033 1
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
Chiseldon and Lawn48 16556 16430 18
Ridgeway26 19280 20346 19
Haydon Wick24 20300 19322 20

Eastcott Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (29 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 21 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (84 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (29 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (36 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 227 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
January 202519
December 202414
November 202421
October 202414
September 202424
August 202422
July 202421
June 202426
May 202424
April 202419

A total of 458 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 38.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202536
February 202543
January 202534
December 202434
November 202424
October 202443
September 202430
August 202443
July 202421
June 202484
May 202430
April 202436

A total of 112 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 202514
December 202410
November 20246
October 20248
September 20248
August 202410
July 20246
June 202410
May 202411
April 20249

A total of 221 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 18.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202515
January 202529
December 202416
November 202413
October 202418
September 202413
August 202422
July 202417
June 202426
May 202429
April 20249

A total of 102 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20254
December 20247
November 20249
October 20247
September 20248
August 20247
July 202412
June 202420
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 66 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 20242
July 20249
June 202414
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 48 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 65 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20259
December 20246
November 202411
October 20247
September 20246
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 41 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 17 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Eastcott in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total14
Violence and sexual offences7
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Theft from the person1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
5. Union Row (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Eastcott Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lansdown Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Nightclub (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Little London (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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