Kidlington Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Kidlington's crime profile in June 2025, accounting for 34.2% of all reported crimes (40 incidents). This category, at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, is 9% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting local factors may moderate its incidence compared to national trends. The area's overall crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents—7.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000—reflects a generally safer environment, though this is tempered by specific categories that exceed UK norms. Shoplifting, at 1.1 per 1,000 (17 incidents), is 75% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, likely linked to the area's retail presence and the increased foot traffic during summer months. Public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) also exceed the UK average by 36%, possibly influenced by the social dynamics of a built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may contribute to these patterns, as extended daylight hours and warmer temperatures can alter both community interactions and criminal opportunities. While the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, the concentration of certain offences in specific categories indicates areas for targeted intervention, particularly in retail security and public space management. The lower rate of anti-social behaviour (44% below UK average) and drug-related offences (26% below UK average) suggests that Kidlington's community policing and local initiatives may be effectively addressing some of the more persistent crime drivers in similar areas.

June 2025 saw three notable spikes in specific crime types: vehicle crime increased 300% (from 1 to 4 incidents), criminal damage and arson rose 200% (from 2 to 6), and drug-related offences doubled (from 1 to 3). These increases, though concentrated in small numbers, highlight emerging trends that may warrant closer attention. The breakdown shows a significant imbalance in crime types compared to the UK average: shoplifting (1.1 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.8 per 1,000) are 75% and 36% above UK averages respectively, while anti-social behaviour (0.8 per 1,000) is 44% below the UK rate of 1.4 per 1,000. For residents, the 300% rise in vehicle crime—now at 4 incidents—may be particularly concerning given the area's proximity to major transport routes and the increased use of cars during summer months. Meanwhile, burglary (0.6 per 1,000) is 114% above the UK average, suggesting targeted vulnerabilities in local property security that could be addressed through community initiatives.

Kidlington's crime rate in June 2025 rose 41.0% compared to the previous month, climbing from 5.3 to 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This increase aligns with the start of summer, when extended daylight and higher foot traffic in public spaces may influence criminal activity patterns. Locally, the area recorded an average of 4 crimes per day during June, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the built-up area's scale. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the area's relatively low population density compared to larger urban centres. While Kidlington's overall rate remains 7.4% below the UK average, the sharp rise in specific categories such as vehicle crime and criminal damage suggests seasonal and environmental factors are at play. The population context—15,684 residents—means that even small increases in crime can be amplified in terms of community impact, though the area's lower population density likely contributes to its consistently lower crime rates compared to more densely populated regions.