Kidlington Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kidlington’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 5.6 per 1,000 residents, 28.2% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This places the built-up area within Cherwell firmly in the lower quartile of national crime statistics. The most prevalent offences were violence and sexual offences (42 cases, 47.7% of total crimes), followed by other theft (11 cases, 12.5%) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases, 6.8%). These figures reflect a shift in the crime profile from previous months, with violent crimes dominating the breakdown. Seasonal factors may have played a role in this trend, as March marks the transition to spring and longer evenings, which could increase opportunities for certain types of crime. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident, with rates for shoplifting, public order offences, and anti-social behaviour all significantly below UK averages. The relatively low rate of property crimes compared to violent crimes suggests a unique dynamic, influenced by local demographics or policing strategies. While the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.7 per 1,000, Kidlington’s rate of 2.7 per 1,000 is only 1% below, indicating a close alignment with national trends in this category. This contrast with the area’s performance in other categories, such as anti-social behaviour (76% below the UK average), highlights the complexity of local crime patterns. The data may partly explain the shift in focus from property to violent crime, with factors such as the area’s status as a commuter town or academic hub contributing to the rise in violent incidents. However, the precise reasons remain speculative, and further analysis would be required to confirm causal links.

March 2025 saw a 100% increase in violent and sexual offences, rising from 21 to 42 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, highlights a significant shift in the crime mix towards more serious offences. Other theft also spiked by 175%, jumping from 4 to 11 cases, a category where Kidlington’s rate is 40% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 50% to 6 incidents, aligning with the area’s 41% deficit to the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour fell by 16.7%, remaining 76% below the UK average, suggesting ongoing effectiveness in community-focused policing. These fluctuations contrast with the previous month’s profile, where property crimes dominated, now giving way to a more balanced but violence-heavy landscape.

Kidlington's crime rate in March 2025 rose to 5.6 per 1,000 residents, a 44.2% increase from February's 3.9 per 1,000. This places the area 28.2% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, highlighting its continued position as a relatively low-crime locality. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 3 crimes reported each day in March, a figure that remains well within the lower end of national benchmarks. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 178 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s safety profile compared to the UK average. While the 44.2% month-on-month rise is notable, the population-scaled perspective suggests the increase has not significantly altered Kidlington’s overall standing relative to the national picture. The relatively low daily crime count, combined with the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics, likely contributes to its sustained performance below the UK average.