Kidlington Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kidlington's crime profile in April 2025 reveals a distinct balance of violent and property crimes, shaped by the area's character and seasonal rhythms. The overall crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents places the area 39% below the UK average, reflecting a combination of low-density urban planning and community-focused policing. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix at 48% of all reported incidents, a proportion significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000 vs 2.2 per 1,000). This may partly explain the area's unique crime picture, as Kidlington's proximity to the University of Oxford likely contributes to a higher concentration of interpersonal disputes among students and local residents. Property crimes, though lower than violence, still account for 35.6% of incidents, with shoplifting (11%) and criminal damage (9.6%) emerging as key concerns for retail and community spaces. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter activities and milder weather—may have influenced patterns, with increased outdoor activity linked to the 48% share of violent crimes. Kidlington's crime rates for anti-social behaviour (85% below UK average) and vehicle crime (47% below UK average) suggest a relatively peaceful environment, consistent with its small-town character and limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. These figures illustrate a community where violent crime remains a priority, but overall safety levels exceed national benchmarks.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in Kidlington's crime mix, with robbery and theft from the person both doubling from zero to one incident each—a stark contrast to the 66.7% drop in public order offences, which fell from six to two. This month-on-month volatility highlights the unpredictable nature of low-level crime in a small built-up area. The violent crime category (35 incidents) now outpaces property crimes (26 incidents), a reversal of trends seen in previous months, and places Kidlington's violent crime rate 16% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000 vs 2.2 per 1,000). This discrepancy may be explained by the area's limited commercial density, which reduces opportunities for theft but maintains social interactions that can lead to interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour remains exceptionally low, with rates 85% below the UK average, a statistic that would be of particular interest to local residents concerned about public safety. The sharp increase in robbery—a 100% rise from zero to one incident—suggests a need for heightened vigilance in high-traffic areas, particularly during the Easter period when footfall increases. Meanwhile, the 63.6% decrease in other thefts (from 11 to 4) indicates potential success in addressing petty crime through targeted interventions or seasonal factors.

Kidlington's crime rate in April 2025 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 17.1% decrease from March's 5.6 per 1,000, a decline that places the area's monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 215 residents. This monthly aggregate, while low, provides context for residents: over the course of April, the likelihood of experiencing a crime was roughly 0.47%, significantly lower than the UK average of 0.77%. On a daily basis, the area averaged just 2 crimes per day—a figure that would be of particular reassurance to families and businesses. The population context further underscores Kidlington's relative safety: with 15,684 residents, the 73 total crimes reported equate to a density that is unlikely to overwhelm local policing resources. This contrast with larger urban centres, where higher population densities often correlate with elevated crime rates, highlights Kidlington's status as a low-crime built-up area. The 39% gap between Kidlington's rate and the UK average is consistent with its character as a semi-rural commuter town, where the balance of residential and academic populations may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime while maintaining a strong sense of community oversight.