Crime Rate in Walcot and Park North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Walcot and Park North

The total recorded crimes in Walcot and Park North, Swindon, UK in March 2025 are around 141 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Walcot and Park North crime rate of 4.35 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 Walcot and Park North, encompassing approximately 32,411 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (54) incidents (1.89% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (-23.08% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (19) incidents (26.67% increase)
Walcot and Park North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 14
  • Burghley Close with total crimes: 7
  • Ringwood Close with total crimes: 7

How safe is Walcot and Park North?

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

  • Relative to Swindon:

    • In 2024, Walcot and Park North reported a higher crime volume than the Swindon average, with 1,251 crimes compared to 1,077. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Walcot and Park North witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Walcot and Park North experienced a greater number of crimes than the Swindon average, with 1,372 crimes compared to 1,016. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Walcot and Park North witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Swindon, Walcot and Park North has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Walcot and Park North Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Walcot and Park North has recorded 141 crimes with crime rate of 4.35 ranking 2th out of 19 in the Swindon, UK

In 2024, the total Walcot and Park North crimes were 1,251. The crime rate of Walcot and Park North in 2024 was 38.60 (year) or 3.22 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Swindon.

In 2023, the total crimes in Walcot and Park North were around 1,372 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.33 (year) or 3.53 (month) ranking 3 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
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
Shaw40 17521 17479 16
Chiseldon and Lawn48 16556 16430 18
Ridgeway26 19280 20346 19
Haydon Wick24 20300 19322 20

Walcot and Park North Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (54 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (37 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (25 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 48 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (68 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (23 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 555 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 68 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202553
January 202542
December 202439
November 202437
October 202446
September 202438
August 202445
July 202448
June 202468
May 202447
April 202438

A total of 85 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20256
January 20258
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20245
August 20246
July 20244
June 202414
May 202414
April 20243

A total of 273 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202526
January 202515
December 202411
November 202418
October 202421
September 202425
August 202418
July 202422
June 202452
May 202422
April 202423

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 37 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.11 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20249
June 20244
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 118 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 202517
January 20258
December 202414
November 202411
October 20248
September 20246
August 20247
July 202414
June 202418
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20253
January 20257
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20245
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
October 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 38 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20246
September 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 111 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202515
January 20259
December 202410
November 20247
October 20247
September 20245
August 202411
July 20249
June 202410
May 20247
April 20242

A total of 7 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 39 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.55 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20245
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Walcot and Park North in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Walcot and Park North postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total14
Shoplifting14
2. Burghley Close (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Bicycle theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Ringwood Close (Map)
Total7
Burglary6
Other crime1
4. Spenser Close (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting5
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Radclyffe Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Burnham Road (Map)
Total5
Burglary5
7. Honiton Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
8. Banwell Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Shrewsbury Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Albany Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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