Banbury Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Banbury’s crime rate in November 2025 (8.0 per 1,000 residents) places it 9.6% above the UK average, a position that reflects both local characteristics and national trends. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (42.7% of total crimes), followed by public order incidents (10.1%) and anti-social behaviour (9.2%). This stark contrast to the UK average — where violence accounts for 32% of all crimes — suggests a unique local context, possibly tied to Banbury’s role as a commuter town with a mix of residential and commercial spaces. The seasonal context of November, marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended dark evenings, may have influenced patterns, though no definitive links can be drawn. Public order offences in Banbury are 70% above the UK average, a figure that could be connected to the area’s high street activity and limited police visibility during evening hours. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remains 34% below the national average, due to effective community engagement or demographic factors. The interplay of these statistics illustrates an area grappling with rising violent crime while maintaining relative control over other categories, a balance that warrants ongoing scrutiny as seasonal pressures ease in the coming months.

November 2025 marked a sharp increase in burglary, with cases rising by 200% compared to the previous month — from 7 to 21 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 47.1% increase in drug-related offences, signals a troubling shift in crime patterns. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by 63.6%, reflecting a possible response to local initiatives or seasonal factors. Violent crimes, at 181 incidents, remain 32% above the UK average for this category, a stark contrast to anti-social behaviour, which is 34% below the national rate. The dominance of violence and sexual offences (42.7% of total crimes) over property crimes (25.6%) highlights a concerning imbalance, with public order offences also spiking 70% above the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local factors, including the impact of dark evenings and Bonfire Night on community interactions.

Banbury's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 8.0 per 1,000 residents, a 1.8% decrease from the previous month’s 8.2 per 1,000. This slight decline contrasts with the area’s 9.6% above the UK average, highlighting a unique local dynamic. Daily crime figures show 14 crimes reported per day in November, a number that, while consistent with recent months, remains higher than the UK average when scaled to population size. Over the course of the month, 1-in-124 residents experienced a reported crime — a figure that, when compared to the UK’s broader population context, underscores Banbury’s distinct challenges. The built-up area’s mix of residential and commercial zones may contribute to this pattern, with limited public transport options and dense housing stock potentially influencing both crime visibility and reporting rates. While the rate has remained stable since October, the shift in crime types — the rise in drug-related offences and violent incidents — suggests evolving local pressures that differ from the national trend.