Crime Rate in Liden, Eldene and Park South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Liden, Eldene and Park South

The total recorded crimes in Liden, Eldene and Park South, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 95 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Liden, Eldene and Park South crime rate of 2.83 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 Liden, Eldene and Park South, encompassing approximately 33,626 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (30) incidents (-3.23% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (25) incidents (316.67% increase)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (66.67% increase)
Liden, Eldene and Park South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Colston Close with total crimes: 11
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Whitbourne Avenue with total crimes: 6

How safe is Liden, Eldene and Park South?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Liden, Eldene and Park South reported a higher crime volume than the Swindon average, with 1,272 crimes compared to 1,077. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Liden, Eldene and Park South witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Liden, Eldene and Park South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swindon average, with 1,264 crimes compared to 1,016. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Liden, Eldene and Park South witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Liden, Eldene and Park South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Liden, Eldene and Park South has recorded 95 crimes with crime rate of 2.83 ranking 5th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Liden, Eldene and Park South crimes were 1,272. The crime rate of Liden, Eldene and Park South in 2024 was 37.83 (year) or 3.15 (month) ranking it 5 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Liden, Eldene and Park South were around 1,264 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.59 (year) or 3.13 (month) ranking 6 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
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

Liden, Eldene and Park South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 31 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (45 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (23 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 25 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (70 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (48 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (35 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (27 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 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 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20245
October 20244
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 477 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 39.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 70 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202530
February 202531
January 202545
December 202436
November 202454
October 202424
September 202433
August 202434
July 202446
June 202470
May 202435
April 202439

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
October 20241
August 20247
July 20242
June 20246
May 20244
April 202414

A total of 110 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20256
January 20257
December 20246
November 20242
October 20248
September 20248
August 20249
July 202411
June 202426
May 20249
April 20248

A total of 255 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 20256
January 202516
December 202411
November 202418
October 202419
September 202418
August 202423
July 202425
June 202448
May 202427
April 202419

A total of 72 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241
July 20244
June 202422
May 202410
April 20247

A total of 50 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20254
November 20246
October 20246
September 20244
August 20243
July 20246
June 202410
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 115 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20258
December 20245
November 20248
October 20242
September 202412
August 20245
July 202412
June 202428
May 202411
April 202417

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 16 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20247

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Liden, Eldene and Park South in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Liden, Eldene and Park South postcode area is presented below.

1. Colston Close (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Other crime1
3. Whitbourne Avenue (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Islandsmead (Map)
Total5
Vehicle crime4
Other theft1
5. Berrington Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Bisley Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Royston Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Robbery1
8. Verwood Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
9. Thornbridge Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Bradwell Moor (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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