Kidlington Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kidlington's crime profile in August 2023 reveals a combination of local dynamics and national trends. The area's overall crime rate of 5.4 per 1,000 residents places it 33.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a significant disparity that underscores its relative safety. This lower rate is driven by a marked reduction in property crime, with shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) both falling well below UK averages. However, the area's violent crime profile presents an unexpected anomaly: violence and sexual offences (47 cases, 3.0 per 1,000) exceed the UK average by 14%, a deviation that contrasts with the overall safety profile. This duality may be influenced by Kidlington's character as a built-up area with a mix of academic and residential populations, where social interactions during the summer months could contribute to higher rates of violent incidents. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday period and increased tourism—may also play a role, though the absence of significant burglary increases (despite seasonal risk factors) suggests that local security measures or population patterns may mitigate such risks. The breakdown of crime types further highlights Kidlington's distinct profile, with vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.2 per 1,000) both below UK averages, reflecting a lower prevalence of certain property-related offences in this area. These patterns align with the characteristics of a small, built-up area where community engagement and local initiatives may contribute to crime prevention efforts.

August 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Possession of weapons, robbery, and bicycle theft all rose by 100% compared to July, suggesting a shift in criminal activity during the summer months. This increase may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased social gatherings or temporary population movements. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 66.7%, with shoplifting also declining by 57.1%, potentially reflecting the impact of August's peak holiday season on local demographics and property security. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between Kidlington and the UK average: while violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) exceed the national rate by 14%, shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) is 33% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. These disparities highlight the area's unique crime profile, with violent crime rates higher than expected for a small built-up area. Residents may find the daily crime count (3 incidents per day) particularly relevant for situational awareness during the summer season.

Kidlington's crime rate in August 2023 (5.4 per 1,000 residents) marks a 14.1% decline from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistent trend of reduced crime over the summer. Daily crime activity averaged 3 incidents per day, a figure that aligns with the area's relatively low overall rate compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 185 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's safety profile relative to its population size. This contrast with the UK average highlights Kidlington's distinct crime profile, where property crime and violent crime rates diverge significantly from national trends. The local context—characterised by a mix of residential and academic environments—likely contributes to this divergence, with seasonal factors such as August's peak holiday period potentially influencing crime patterns in ways that differ from larger urban centres.