Cherwell Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cherwell's crime rate in June 2025 remained 25.9% below the UK average, sitting at 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This performance, consistent with the area's historical trend of lower-than-average crime, highlights a community that, despite its size, maintains a relatively secure environment. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.7% of all reported incidents, followed by other theft (9.2%) and shoplifting (8.5%). While these figures may seem concerning, they are tempered by Cherwell's position relative to national benchmarks: violence and sexual offences are 9% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 65% lower. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, with June marking the start of summer and longer days potentially influencing both criminal activity and community engagement. The area's lower-than-average rates for vehicle crime (46% below UK levels) and drug-related offences (63% below) suggest that local initiatives or geographical characteristics—such as a strong presence of residential areas with lower foot traffic—may contribute to this outcome. However, the data also raises questions about the underlying causes of the 112% surge in burglaries, which will require further scrutiny to determine whether this reflects a temporary spike or a broader trend. As summer progresses, the interplay between increased outdoor activity and crime prevention measures will be critical in maintaining Cherwell's current crime profile.

Burglary rates in June 2025 saw an unprecedented 112% increase, jumping from 25 to 53 incidents. This spike, while not reflected in the overall crime rate, suggests a potential shift in criminal activity or increased vulnerability in certain areas. Other crime also rose sharply, with a 54.5% increase from 11 to 17 cases, and drug-related offences climbed by 41.2% (17 to 24). These trends contrast with notable decreases in shoplifting (36.7% drop) and robbery (44.4% drop), the latter falling from 9 to 5 incidents. Violence and sexual offences, despite being the most common category (42.7% of all crimes), remain 9% below the UK average, while other theft is 18% above. The data also reveals anti-social behaviour at 65% below the UK average, a stark deviation that may reflect effective community interventions or a unique local dynamic. Residents may find the drop in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it suggests potential success in retail crime prevention strategies.

Cherwell's crime rate in June 2025 rose slightly to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, a 3.1% increase from May's 5.9 per 1,000. This translates to 34 crimes reported daily on average, though the figure remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 165 residents, a rate that, while modest, reflects a community experiencing regular but manageable levels of crime. The population context shows that Cherwell's 170,426 residents face a lower overall risk compared to the national average, with the most significant disparities seen in categories like anti-social behaviour (65% below UK levels) and vehicle crime (46% below). These figures suggest that local factors—such as community policing efforts or demographic characteristics—may contribute to the area's comparatively low crime profile. However, the rise in burglaries and other crimes highlights areas requiring closer attention.