Crime in Eastcott: statistics, rates and trends
1,650 crimes were recorded in Eastcott in the 12 months to July 2026, 138.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Eastcott at a glance
- Crime trends in Eastcott
- Types of crime in Eastcott
- Eastcott compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Eastcott
- What happened after crimes were reported in Eastcott
- Population and deprivation in Eastcott
- Questions about crime in Eastcott
- About this data
1,650 crimes were recorded in Eastcott in the 12 months to July 2026, 138.5 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 18% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 477 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Eastcott has the 550th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Eastcott | Swindon | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,650 | 19,864 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 138.5 | 81.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +18% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 11,911 | 243,875 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Eastcott was highest in the year to July 2018 (1,719 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (1,261). Over the whole period it fell 4%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 1,650 | 138.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,396 | 117.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,340 | 112.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,634 | 137.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,428 | 119.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,261 | 105.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,470 | 123.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,504 | 126.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,719 | 144.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 137 |
| June 2026 | 90 |
| May 2026 | 125 |
| April 2026 | 169 |
| March 2026 | 156 |
| February 2026 | 125 |
| January 2026 | 147 |
| December 2025 | 141 |
| November 2025 | 129 |
| October 2025 | 170 |
| September 2025 | 141 |
| August 2025 | 120 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Eastcott over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for anti-social behaviour, shoplifting, public order.
The largest increases were in public order (+67%) and burglary (+53%). The largest falls were in bicycle theft (-29%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 477 | 40.0 | 1.17 | +5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 295 | 24.8 | 1.61 | +32% |
| Shoplifting | 276 | 23.2 | 2.80 | +18% |
| Public order | 160 | 13.4 | 2.02 | +67% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 97 | 8.1 | 1.20 | -7% |
| Vehicle crime | 73 | 6.1 | 1.24 | +24% |
| Other theft | 57 | 4.8 | 0.75 | +10% |
| Burglary | 49 | 4.1 | 1.16 | +53% |
| Drugs | 48 | 4.0 | 1.23 | +20% |
| Other crime | 34 | 2.9 | 1.35 | +79% |
| Robbery | 23 | 1.9 | 1.43 | +156% |
| Bicycle theft | 22 | 1.8 | 2.24 | -29% |
| Possession of weapons | 21 | 1.8 | 1.82 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 18 | 1.5 | 0.89 | -5% |
Violence and sexual offences in Eastcott
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Eastcott recorded 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (40.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 28.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Eastcott
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Eastcott recorded 295 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (24.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 17.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Eastcott
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Eastcott recorded 276 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.2 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 18% on the year before. It made up 16.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Eastcott
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Eastcott recorded 160 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Eastcott
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Eastcott recorded 97 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Eastcott
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Eastcott recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 24% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Eastcott
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Eastcott recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Eastcott
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Eastcott recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 53% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Eastcott
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Eastcott recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.0 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Eastcott
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Eastcott recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 79% on the year before. It made up 2.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Eastcott
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Eastcott recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 156% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Eastcott
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Eastcott recorded 22 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Eastcott
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Eastcott recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Eastcott
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Eastcott recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Eastcott, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Eastcott.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Eastcott |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central | 3,638 | 209.0 | +51% |
| Old Town | 967 | 83.4 | -40% |
| Mannington and Western | 1,130 | 90.0 | -35% |
| Walcot and Park North | 1,325 | 109.1 | -21% |
| Gorse Hill and Pinehurst | 1,054 | 81.5 | -41% |
| Rodbourne Cheney | 1,124 | 84.1 | -39% |
| Liden, Eldene and Park South | 1,174 | 83.9 | -39% |
| Chiseldon and Lawn | 389 | 44.6 | -68% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Eastcott over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Shopping Area | 452 |
| On or near Parking Area | 153 |
| On or near Supermarket | 117 |
| On or near Nightclub | 64 |
| On or near Albert Street | 49 |
| On or near Commercial Road | 38 |
| On or near Cannon Street | 36 |
| On or near Union Row | 36 |
| On or near Southampton Street | 33 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 31 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Eastcott over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 458 | 27.8% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 361 | 21.9% |
| Not recorded | 295 | 17.9% |
| Under investigation | 180 | 10.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 130 | 7.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 84 | 5.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 61 | 3.7% |
| Local resolution | 38 | 2.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 18 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 12 | 0.7% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.2% |
Eastcott has an estimated population of 11,911. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Eastcott sits in decile 5.6, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Eastcott |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 71.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 52.7% |
| Social rented homes | 3.8% |
| Private rented homes | 43.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 5.6 |
Is Eastcott a safe place to live?
Eastcott recorded 138.5 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Eastcott?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 477 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (295).
Is crime in Eastcott going up or down?
Recorded crime in Eastcott was up 18% on the year before: 1,650 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,396 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Eastcott?
Eastcott is policed by Wiltshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Eastcott. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.