WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Wiltshire Police Police

Crime in St Margaret and South Marston, Swindon

Comprehensive safety analysis for St Margaret and South Marston, localized within Swindon.

Total Crimes

53
trending_down -8.6% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

33.02per 1k
trending_down -4.4% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Low Risk

Total Population

11,573

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences19
Anti-social Behaviour6
Public Order5
Drug Offences5
Other Theft4
Bicycle Theft3
Shoplifting3
Criminal Damage & Arson2
Weapons Possession2
Vehicle Crime1
Robbery1
Other Crime1
Theft from Person1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Parking Area Map
Anti-social behaviour: 2Violence and sexual offences: 2Public order: 1
7
On or near A420 Map
Shoplifting: 2Other theft: 1Public order: 1
6
On or near Shrivenham Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Possession of weapons: 1
4
On or near B4006 Map
Drugs: 2Public order: 1
3
On or near St Quentin Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Drake'S Way Map
Bicycle theft: 3
3
On or near Greenbridge Road Map
Public order: 1Anti-social behaviour: 1
2
On or near A4312 Map
Drugs: 2
2
On or near Evergreens Close Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Parkside Map
Other theft: 2
2

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City Ranking

Safety comparison within Swindon district.

Local Rank

#3safest in Swindon

National Safety

Top 16%Safest

City Average

80.81per 1k

Local Policing

Upper Stratton

Wiltshire Police

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Local Priorities

Improving Visibility and Community Reassurance

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

We are significantly increasing our presence in the area to ensure the community feels safe and supported. This includes more targeted foot patrols, regular engagement events, and high visibility policing in key locations identified by local residents.

Actioned: 5 Mar 2026

Tackling Speeding and Dangerous Driving

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

Speed enforcement remains a top priority. We are intensifying our efforts to address dangerous and inconsiderate driving, focusing on hotspot roads where speeding has been repeatedly reported. Our aim is to reduce risk, prevent collisions, and keep our roads safe for all.

Actioned: 5 Mar 2026

Addressing Anti-Social Behaviour & Drug-Related Activity

Issued: 5 Mar 2026

Status Update

We are taking firm action on persistent ASB and suspected drug activity. This includes proactive patrols, intelligence-led operations, and close partnership work with local agencies to disrupt criminal behaviour, safeguard vulnerable individuals, and restore peace within the community.

Actioned: 5 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

JUN30

Speedchecks in your area - Swindon

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Speed enforcement activity will be happening around the area of Swindon.

A reminder to be safe, drive smart and watch your speed.

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schedule

12:00 AM — 11:55 PM

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Various NPT areas.

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