Crime Rate in Eastcott: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Eastcott

The total recorded crimes in Eastcott, Swindon, UK in May 2025 are around 117 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Eastcott crime rate of 2.43 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 May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (44) incidents (46.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (24) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-19.05% decrease)
Eastcott Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 23
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 10
  • Union Row with total crimes: 9

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 areas in the Swindon.

    • 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 areas in the Swindon.

  • 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 May 2025 the Eastcott has recorded 117 crimes with crime rate of 2.43 ranking 6th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Eastcott)CrimesRank (Eastcott)CrimesRank (Eastcott)
Central325 13,636 13,033 1
Mannington and Western102 91,381 21,349 4
Penhill and Upper Stratton139 21,333 41,317 5
Walcot and Park North135 31,251 71,372 3
Old Town133 41,207 9969 10
Liden, Eldene and Park South118 51,272 51,264 6
Gorse Hill and Pinehurst96 101,257 61,167 8
Rodbourne Cheney107 81,203 101,170 7
St Andrews112 71,240 8888 12
Lydiard and Freshbrook69 14985 111,099 9
St Margaret and South Marston83 11851 13915 11
Blunsdon and Highworth75 12966 12835 13
Priory Vale75 13703 15662 14
Wroughton and Wichelstowe49 15735 14653 15
Shaw41 18521 17479 16
Chiseldon and Lawn46 16556 16430 18
Covingham and Dorcan40 19498 18474 17
Haydon Wick42 17300 19322 20
Ridgeway36 20280 20346 19

Eastcott Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 496 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 38.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202544
April 202530
March 202536
February 202543
January 202534
December 202434
November 202424
October 202443
September 202430
August 202443
July 202421
June 202484
May 202430

A total of 70 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 113 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20257
March 20256
February 20258
January 20254
December 20247
November 20249
October 20247
September 20248
August 20247
July 202412
June 202420
May 20249

A total of 252 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 19.38 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202516
March 202514
February 202515
January 202529
December 202416
November 202413
October 202418
September 202413
August 202422
July 202417
June 202426
May 202429

A total of 21 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 30 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.31 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 115 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.85 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20257
March 202510
February 202510
January 202514
December 202410
November 20246
October 20248
September 20248
August 202410
July 20246
June 202410
May 202411

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20259
December 20246
November 202411
October 20247
September 20246
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 53 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20256
February 20256
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246

A total of 246 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202517
April 202521
March 202511
February 202512
January 202519
December 202414
November 202421
October 202414
September 202424
August 202422
July 202421
June 202426
May 202424

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
May 20245

A total of 21 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 43 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20255
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Eastcott in May 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total23
Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour5
Shoplifting3
Public order2
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. Shopping Area (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Union Row (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences3
Other theft1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting7
Public order1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
7. Albert Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Nightclub (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
9. Victoria Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Theft from the person1
10. Commercial Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Possession of weapons1
Shoplifting1

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