Bodicote Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bodicote’s crime rate in August 2025 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 46.9% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This consistent underperformance relative to national trends suggests a unique local context, likely shaped by Bodicote’s status as a built-up area within Cherwell, where residential density and community engagement may contribute to lower crime rates. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.5%) and vehicle crime (14.8%). Seasonal factors may play a role, as August is typically a peak month for tourism and holiday activity, which could influence both the frequency and nature of reported crimes. While violence and sexual offences remained below the UK average, vehicle crime in Bodicote was 54% higher than the national rate, a discrepancy that may reflect local transportation patterns or unsecured vehicle storage in the area. Anti-social behaviour, though sharply increasing month-on-month, still remained 45% below the UK average, indicating that the area’s broader crime profile continues to be significantly more favourable than the national picture. This data illustrates the importance of contextualising crime statistics within both local and national frameworks, as Bodicote’s unique characteristics—such as its compact built-up nature and proximity to rural areas—likely shape crime trends in ways distinct from larger urban centres.

August 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from one reported incident in July to five in August. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in public order offences, suggests a shift in community dynamics during the peak holiday season. Vehicle crime also doubled, jumping from zero to four incidents, a trend that may partly reflect increased traffic or unsecured vehicles during the summer months. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by two-thirds, declining from three to one incident, possibly due to reduced foot traffic or heightened retail security. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 18.2%.4 per 1,000 remains 51% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the combination of seasonal factors and local crime patterns, with specific categories like vehicle crime deviating significantly from national averages.

Bodicote’s crime rate in August 2025 rose to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 28.6% increase from the previous month’s 3.3 per 1,000. This shift brings the area’s monthly exposure to one reported crime for every 234 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on the local population. On a daily basis, Bodicote experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a steady but manageable pace of incidents. While this increase is notable, it remains significantly lower than the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, with the area’s overall crime rate still 46.9% below national levels. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Bodicote’s 6,330 residents face a markedly lower risk of encountering crime compared to the UK as a whole, despite the month-on-month rise. This contrast underscores the area’s consistently lower crime profile, even as local factors contribute to minor fluctuations.