Bodicote Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bodicote’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 54.2% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, highlights a notable shift in the crime mix, with violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) accounting for 45.8% of total crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (5, 20.8%) and burglary (2, 8.3%). The seasonal context of July—peak summer, school holidays, and local festivals—likely contributed to these patterns, as outdoor events and increased foot traffic can influence crime dynamics. The dominance of violent crime over property crime in this month’s data contrasts with the usual balance observed in smaller communities, where property-related incidents often dominate. This shift may be attributed to the area’s built-up character within Cherwell, where social interactions and community events are more frequent, potentially increasing opportunities for interpersonal disputes or conflicts. The UK comparison underscores Bodicote’s overall safety, with violent crimes remaining 39% below the national average for this category. However, the 100% increase in burglary cases raises questions about whether temporary factors, such as heightened activity during festivals or changes in local routines, may have created new vulnerabilities. The data also shows that anti-social behaviour and public order offences were significantly below UK averages, suggesting that community engagement or local initiatives may be effectively mitigating these issues. While the overall rate remains low, the interplay of seasonal factors and local conditions ensures that even small changes in crime patterns warrant close attention from residents and local authorities.

July 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, with two incidents reported—up from one in June. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, contrasts with the area’s generally low crime profile and may reflect seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic during local festivals. Theft from the person and other crime categories also rose from zero to one incident each, suggesting potential vulnerabilities during peak summer activity. Meanwhile, other thefts fell by 50%, from two to one, possibly due to heightened community vigilance or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Violent crimes, at 11 incidents, remained 39% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, while anti-social behaviour cases (5) were 44% below the national rate. These figures illustrate a combination of local conditions and broader trends, with property crime shifts drawing particular attention as they deviate from the usual pattern of violent crime dominating the crime mix.

Bodicote’s crime rate in July 2023 rose to 3.8 per 1,000 residents, a 71.5% increase from the previous month’s 2.2 per 1,000. This marks the highest monthly rate since at least the data’s recording period. below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in July, a figure that, while seemingly low, reflects the small population of 6,330 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 264 residents, a metric that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local community. While this rate is modest compared to national averages, the upward trend from June raises questions about whether transient factors—such as summer festivals or seasonal tourism—may have temporarily elevated activity. The population-scaled perspective underscores that even minor shifts in crime frequency can have a noticeable impact in smaller communities, where a single incident may be more immediately felt by residents.