Crime Rate in Gorse Hill and Pinehurst: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Gorse Hill and Pinehurst

The total recorded crimes in Gorse Hill and Pinehurst, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 90 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Gorse Hill and Pinehurst crime rate of 2.89 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 Gorse Hill and Pinehurst, encompassing approximately 31,139 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (39) incidents (5.41% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (250.00% increase)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Gorse Hill and Pinehurst Crime Hotspots

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

  • Beatrice Street with total crimes: 6
  • Doris Archer Court with total crimes: 6
  • Hurst Crescent with total crimes: 6

How safe is Gorse Hill and Pinehurst?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Gorse Hill and Pinehurst reported a higher crime volume than the Swindon average, with 1,257 crimes compared to 1,077. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Gorse Hill and Pinehurst witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Gorse Hill and Pinehurst experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swindon average, with 1,167 crimes compared to 1,016. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Gorse Hill and Pinehurst witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Gorse Hill and Pinehurst Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Gorse Hill and Pinehurst has recorded 90 crimes with crime rate of 2.89 ranking 8th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Gorse Hill and Pinehurst crimes were 1,257. The crime rate of Gorse Hill and Pinehurst in 2024 was 40.37 (year) or 3.36 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Gorse Hill and Pinehurst were around 1,167 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.48 (year) or 3.12 (month) ranking 8 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
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

Gorse Hill and Pinehurst Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (23 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (38 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (35 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 42 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (80 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (54 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (35 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 53 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20258
December 20243
November 20248
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20248
April 20241

A total of 507 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 42.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 80 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202539
February 202537
January 202529
December 202437
November 202440
October 202444
September 202451
August 202438
July 202442
June 202480
May 202435
April 202435

A total of 287 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 23.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 20256
January 202515
December 202414
November 202416
October 202423
September 202423
August 202435
July 202442
June 202454
May 202422
April 202416

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 43 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 39 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20248
August 20242
July 20246
June 20242
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 77 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.42 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20247
July 20243
June 20246
May 202418
April 20242

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 114 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20258
January 20258
December 20247
November 202411
October 20247
September 20247
August 20248
July 202411
June 202428
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20241
October 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Gorse Hill and Pinehurst in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Gorse Hill and Pinehurst postcode area is presented below.

1. Beatrice Street (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Doris Archer Court (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Hurst Crescent (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. A4311 (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Handel Street (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Mervyn Webb Place (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
7. St Paul'S Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wilcox Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
9. St Marys Grove (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. David Stoddart Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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