Crime Rate in Penhill and Upper Stratton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Penhill and Upper Stratton

The total recorded crimes in Penhill and Upper Stratton, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 123 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Penhill and Upper Stratton crime rate of 3.70 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 Penhill and Upper Stratton, encompassing approximately 33,238 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (56) incidents (93.10% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (15.38% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (13) incidents (-13.33% decrease)
Penhill and Upper Stratton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Allington Road with total crimes: 11
  • Durrington Walk with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7

How safe is Penhill and Upper Stratton?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Penhill and Upper Stratton reported a higher crime volume than the Swindon average, with 1,333 crimes compared to 1,077. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Penhill and Upper Stratton witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Penhill and Upper Stratton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swindon average, with 1,317 crimes compared to 1,016. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Penhill and Upper Stratton witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Penhill and Upper Stratton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Penhill and Upper Stratton has recorded 123 crimes with crime rate of 3.70 ranking 3th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Penhill and Upper Stratton crimes were 1,333. The crime rate of Penhill and Upper Stratton in 2024 was 40.10 (year) or 3.34 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Penhill and Upper Stratton were around 1,317 crimes with yearly crime rate of 39.62 (year) or 3.30 (month) ranking 5 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
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

Penhill and Upper Stratton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (56 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 49 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (37 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 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 (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 43 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 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 (48 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (56 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (22 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 562 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202556
February 202529
January 202547
December 202449
November 202433
October 202437
September 202434
August 202446
July 202443
June 202484
May 202456
April 202448

A total of 80 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20255
November 20244
October 20246
September 202410
August 20249
July 20243
June 202420
May 20249
April 20245

A total of 96 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20255
January 20257
December 20244
November 20246
October 20247
September 20244
August 20248
July 20246
June 202426
May 20247
April 20249

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
June 20242

A total of 48 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20259
December 20244
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 245 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 48 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202513
January 202518
December 20246
November 202416
October 202422
September 202424
August 202425
July 202419
June 202448
May 202417
April 202422

A total of 117 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202512
January 20254
December 20244
November 20249
October 20248
September 20244
August 202410
July 20244
June 202438
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20247
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 110 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 202515
January 20259
December 20243
November 20246
October 202415
September 202414
August 20246
July 20246
June 20244
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20257
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 14 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20241
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
October 20241
September 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
August 20242
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Penhill and Upper Stratton in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Penhill and Upper Stratton postcode area is presented below.

1. Allington Road (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences7
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
2. Durrington Walk (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting6
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting7
4. Heywood Close (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
5. Pewsham Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Downton Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Merton Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Everleigh Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Westbury Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Stockton Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1

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