Crime Rate in Priory Vale: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Priory Vale

The total recorded crimes in Priory Vale, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 68 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Priory Vale crime rate of 2.04 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 Priory Vale, encompassing approximately 33,297 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (27) incidents (8.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
Priory Vale Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 11
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Shipley Drive with total crimes: 9

How safe is Priory Vale?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Priory Vale demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 703 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Priory Vale recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Priory Vale had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 662 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Priory Vale recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swindon, Priory Vale has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Priory Vale Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Priory Vale has recorded 68 crimes with crime rate of 2.04 ranking 12th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Priory Vale crimes were 703. The crime rate of Priory Vale in 2024 was 21.11 (year) or 1.76 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Priory Vale were around 662 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.88 (year) or 1.66 (month) ranking 14 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
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
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

Priory Vale Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Shoplifting 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 25 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (38 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 233 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202525
January 202513
December 202423
November 202419
October 20249
September 202418
August 202413
July 202418
June 202438
May 202419
April 202411

A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20245
November 20245
October 20242
August 20242
June 202410
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 153 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20256
December 202415
November 202412
October 202416
September 202412
August 202415
July 202417
June 202426
May 202415
April 20245

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 117 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20258
January 202510
December 20248
November 20247
October 202410
September 202412
August 202410
July 20246
June 202416
May 20247
April 20248

A total of 60 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20254
January 20259
December 20245
November 20242
October 20244
September 20244
August 20247
July 20243
June 20246
May 20248
April 20243

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 20 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20248
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Priory Vale in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total11
Shoplifting4
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting6
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Shipley Drive (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour4
Violence and sexual offences2
Bicycle theft1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
4. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
5. Markova Grove (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Markton Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Fitzpiers Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Pulsar Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Pathfinder Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Speedwell Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1

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