Crime Rate in Shaw: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shaw

The total recorded crimes in Shaw, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shaw crime rate of 0.91 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (111.11% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Shaw Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dennis Street with total crimes: 4
  • Park Springs with total crimes: 3
  • Forest Park Road with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Shaw has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 0.91 ranking 17th 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.

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
Priory Vale68 12703 15662 14
Wroughton and Wichelstowe33 18735 14653 15
Covingham and Dorcan64 14498 18474 17
Chiseldon and Lawn48 16556 16430 18
Ridgeway26 19280 20346 19
Haydon Wick24 20300 19322 20

Shaw Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 15 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20244
October 20241
September 20241
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 39 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 187 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 85 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20257
January 20255
December 20244
November 20248
October 20248
September 202410
August 20245
July 20243
June 202412
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 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 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 52 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

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

A total of 44 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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 12 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 12 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 March 2025

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

1. Dennis Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
2. Park Springs (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Forest Park Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Public order1
4. Jenni Manners Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Stockbridge Copse (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Lowes Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Rivenhall Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Mortimer Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Morse Gardens (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Benwell Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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