Kidlington Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kidlington's crime profile in July 2025 reveals a persistent trend of low overall crime rates, with a 39.5% gap below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000 residents. The area's crime profile is shaped by a clear dominance of violent crimes (34 incidents, 41.5% of total) over property-related offences (28 incidents), a balance that may reflect the town's unique characteristics as a built-up area within Cherwell. This mix is consistent with the presence of Oxford University's research campuses and the surrounding residential communities, where social interactions and academic activity may contribute to a higher incidence of interpersonal crimes. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns, with the summer peak in tourism and festivals driving some of the reported violent incidents. However, the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks, suggesting effective community policing or the influence of a demographic profile that naturally limits crime opportunities. The breakdown of crime types shows that violence and sexual offences remain the most significant category, though their rate (2.2 per 1,000) is 28% lower than the UK average. This contrast with the national profile may indicate a combination of localised factors, including a strong community presence and targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, is also significantly below the UK average of 1.6 per 1,000, a 55% reduction that could be linked to the town's relatively quiet residential character compared to more densely populated urban centres. The seasonal context of July—marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced some crime patterns, though the overall trend of reduced incidents compared to previous months suggests that these factors are being managed effectively. The data illustrates an area where crime prevention efforts, community cohesion, and the physical layout of the built-up area likely contribute to maintaining a crime rate that is lower than the national average.

July 2025 saw a 70.6% drop in shoplifting compared to June, with incidents falling from 17 to 5—a shift that may reflect the impact of summer holidays reducing retail footfall. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose by 66.7%, moving from 6 to 10 incidents, suggesting a potential link to increased outdoor events or festivals during the peak summer season. Violent crimes (34) continued to dominate the crime mix, accounting for 41.5% of total reported incidents, a proportion significantly below the UK average of 3.0 per 1,000 (28% lower). This balance between property and violent crime highlights the area's unique profile, where academic institutions may drive a focus on personal safety over property-related offences. Residents may find the 54% reduction in shoplifting particularly notable, as it indicates a potential correlation between seasonal retail patterns and crime prevention efforts.

Kidlington's crime rate in July 2025 (5.2 per 1,000 residents) marked a 29.9% decrease from the previous month's 7.5 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. Daily crime statistics show an average of three reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the area's generally low crime profile compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 191 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area's relative safety. When contextualised against the town's population of 15,684, this suggests that the majority of residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime. The drop in crime from June to July is consistent with seasonal patterns typical of Kidlington, where summer holidays and increased community activity may contribute to heightened informal surveillance. This contrast with the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies or the area's demographic characteristics, such as its mix of academic and residential zones, which may naturally dampen crime rates.