Bicester Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Bicester recorded a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 24.3% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This per-capita perspective underscores the relative safety of the area, though specific crime types reveal a more nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.1% of all crimes, followed by shoplifting (24.8%) and other theft (9.2%). The dominance of violent crime may reflect Bicester’s status as a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, where interpersonal conflicts can occur. Shoplifting’s sharp increase to 130% above the UK average could be tied to the town’s retail hubs, which attract both residents and visitors during the back-to-school season. Meanwhile, the significant drop in vehicle crime—down 81.8% from the previous month—suggests that seasonal changes, such as the end of summer tourism, may reduce opportunities for such offences. The lower rates of anti-social behaviour (66% below the UK average) and criminal damage (43% below) indicate that community-focused initiatives or local governance might contribute to a calmer environment. As September transitions into autumn, the interplay between school schedules, weather, and local events will likely continue to shape crime patterns, offering further insights into Bicester’s evolving safety profile.

September 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime dropping by 81.8% compared to the previous month, likely reflecting reduced summer-related activity or improved security measures in parking areas. Conversely, shoplifting incidents rose sharply, reaching 54 cases—130% above the UK average for this category. This spike may be linked to the high street’s retail presence, which often sees increased foot traffic during the back-to-school period. Other theft also saw a notable increase of 33.3%, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local businesses or personal belongings. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 58.6%, possibly due to seasonal factors such as shorter evenings reducing opportunities for such crimes. These shifts illustrate how Bicester’s crime profile can fluctuate in response to both local and national trends, with certain categories—like shoplifting—highlighting unique challenges for the area.

Bicester's crime rate in September 2025 dropped by 24.6% compared to the previous month, falling from 7.5 to 5.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns as the area transitions from summer to autumn, when activity in public spaces may shift. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately seven crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 177 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, the per-capita perspective reveals that residents face a relatively modest risk compared to the national picture. The population-scaled context shows that Bicester’s crime rate remains 24.3% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s characteristics as a built-up area within Cherwell. This lower rate suggests that local factors—such as community policing efforts or the town’s infrastructure—could play a role in maintaining this disparity, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such connections.