Crime Rate in Shaw: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shaw

The total recorded crimes in Shaw, Swindon, UK in May 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shaw crime rate of 0.93 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 Shaw, encompassing approximately 44,171 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (46.15% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Shaw Crime Hotspots

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

  • Botley Copse with total crimes: 6
  • Carronbridge Road with total crimes: 4
  • Winlaw Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Shaw?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Shaw demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Swindon average, with 521 crimes compared to 1077.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Shaw recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

    • In 2023, Shaw had fewer crimes than the Swindon average, with 479 crimes compared to 1,016. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shaw recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 19 other areas in the Swindon.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shaw Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Shaw has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 0.93 ranking 18th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Shaw crimes were 521. The crime rate of Shaw in 2024 was 11.79 (year) or 0.98 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shaw were around 479 crimes with yearly crime rate of 10.84 (year) or 0.90 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the Swindon.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shaw)CrimesRank (Shaw)CrimesRank (Shaw)
Central325 13,636 13,033 1
Eastcott117 61,373 31,579 2
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
Chiseldon and Lawn46 16556 16430 18
Covingham and Dorcan40 19498 18474 17
Haydon Wick42 17300 19322 20
Ridgeway36 20280 20346 19

Shaw Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 91 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20255
March 20255
February 20257
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20248
September 202410
August 20245
July 20243
June 202412
May 202411

A total of 49 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.77 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 20241
September 202410
August 20242
July 20243
June 202414
May 20242

A total of 209 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 16.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202513
March 202519
February 20259
January 202514
December 202413
November 202415
October 202412
September 202410
August 202413
July 202421
June 202430
May 202421

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.15 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 16 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
September 20241
July 20244
June 20244

A total of 40 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 54 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20252
February 20255
November 20242
October 20244
September 20246
August 20248
July 20249
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202418
May 20247

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
January 20252
December 20244
October 20241
September 20241
May 20242

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations Shaw in May 2025

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

1. Botley Copse (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Carronbridge Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Winlaw Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
4. Grovely Close (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Jenni Manners Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Corral Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ratcoombe Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Birdcombe Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Public order1
9. Packington Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Magnolia Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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