Kidlington Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Kidlington, there were 5.5 reported crimes in November 2025, a rate 24.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure translates to an everyday risk of roughly one crime per 182 residents over the course of the month, a metric that contextualises safety in terms of personal likelihood rather than abstract totals. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.4% of all incidents, followed by drugs (15.1%) and other theft (8.1%). These patterns may be influenced by Kidlington's character as a built-up area within Cherwell, where a mix of residential and commercial zones could contribute to both violent and drug-related activity. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged darkness—likely plays a role in shaping these trends. For instance, the lower-than-UK-average rate for shoplifting (52% below) could reflect increased retail security measures during the shopping season, while the surge in drug offences may be linked to transient populations or events. Despite these fluctuations, Kidlington's overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the national average, a reflection of its relatively small population and the effectiveness of local policing strategies. The balance between violent and property crimes also offers insight: while violence dominated, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained below the UK average, suggesting that the area's infrastructure and community engagement may act as protective factors against certain types of crime. This interplay between local conditions and national trends highlights the importance of tailored approaches to crime prevention, ensuring that Kidlington's unique characteristics are addressed through targeted initiatives.

November 2025 saw a stark 550% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 13 incidents. This surge, though unexplained by the data, may reflect seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night or the post-Black Friday period, when increased social activity could contribute to higher drug use or distribution. Conversely, shoplifting incidents dropped by 50% compared to October, due to targeted retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the month's darker evenings. The area's violent crime rate remains 34% below the UK average, with 27 incidents of violence and sexual offences—though this is a 31.4% share of total crimes, suggesting a need for continued focus on community safety initiatives. Drug offences in Kidlington are 196% above the UK average, a disparity that could indicate localised issues such as proximity to transport hubs or unaddressed substance use networks. These contrasts highlight the importance of targeted interventions for specific crime types, even as the area overall remains safer than the national average.

Kidlington's November 2025 crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents reflects an 11.6% increase from the previous month's 4.9 per 1,000. This shift, while modest, suggests a slight uptick in local criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately three crimes per day, a figure that may resonate more intuitively with residents than aggregate monthly totals. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 182 residents, a metric that contextualises risk in terms of personal likelihood rather than abstract statistics. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, which aligns with Kidlington's overall crime rate being 24.7% below the national figure. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the rate has risen, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with the majority of residents unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. This contrast underscores the importance of local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, and the built environment—in shaping Kidlington's distinct crime profile.