Bodicote Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 6,330 residents, 14 crimes were recorded in Bodicote during June 2024, translating to a crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 people. This figure is 73.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a stark contrast to national trends. The breakdown reveals a significant imbalance in crime types, with 8 incidents classified as violence and sexual offences (57.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (14.3%) and public order offences (14.3%). Property crimes accounted for just 2 of the 14 total incidents, a proportion far below the UK average for similar categories. Seasonal factors may play a role in this pattern, as June marks the start of summer in a built-up area within Cherwell—a largely rural district where outdoor activities may influence crime dynamics. The low rate of property crimes could be consistent with the area’s character, where residential density may deter opportunistic theft. However, the concentration of violent crimes raises questions about local social dynamics from this data alone. The overall crime rate remains exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks, suggesting a generally safe environment for residents despite the relatively high proportion of violent incidents.

June 2024 saw a 22.2% decrease in Bodicote’s crime rate compared to May, falling from 2.8 to 2.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline was driven by a 20.0% reduction in violence and sexual offences (from 10 to 8 incidents) and a 50.0% drop in both criminal damage and arson (from 2 to 1) and other theft (from 2 to 1). Conversely, public order offences increased by 100.0% (from 1 to 2), indicating a shift in the crime mix. Violent crimes remain high compared to the UK average, with 1.3 per 1,000 residents (53% below the national rate of 2.8 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour also shows a marked gap, at 0.3 per 1,000 (79% below the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000). These figures suggest that while violent incidents are relatively rare in Bodicote, their impact is more pronounced than in similar areas. Residents may find the specific breakdown of violent crimes useful for understanding local safety priorities, particularly given the absence of property crime trends that typically dominate urban centres.

Bodicote’s crime rate in June 2024 (2.2 per 1,000) represents a 22.2% decrease from May’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000, marking a notable downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day over the 30-day period, an exceptionally low figure that underscores the area’s overall safety. When scaled to population, this translates to 1 reported crime for every 452 residents over the course of the month—a ratio significantly lower than many comparable UK towns. For context, the UK average crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents means that Bodicote’s residents face a risk level that is 73.2% lower than the national average. This comparison is particularly striking when considering the area’s built-up nature within Cherwell, a district where crime rates typically reflect both rural and urban influences. The low monthly exposure (1-in-452) suggests that residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives, though the high proportion of violent incidents may warrant closer attention to local social factors. These figures highlight a unique safety profile that diverges from both urban and rural crime patterns, offering a compelling case study for regional comparisons.