Crime is decreasing and LOW in Moreton-in-Marsh
Moreton-in-Marsh reports a crime rate of 72.8 per 1,000 and a good safety score of 82/100, safer than the UK average. Crime is decreasing year-on-year.
Moreton-in-Marsh's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average
Based on population of 3,707 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 72.8 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 17.6 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 82 out of 100 |
| Population | 3,707 |
| Trend | decreasing |
| Comparison | significantly lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 117 | 31.6 | 43% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 53 | 14.3 | 20% |
| Public order | 17 | 4.6 | 6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 16 | 4.3 | 6% |
| Shoplifting | 16 | 4.3 | 6% |
| Other theft | 14 | 3.8 | 5% |
| Vehicle crime | 12 | 3.2 | 4% |
| Other crime | 9 | 2.4 | 3% |
| Drugs | 7 | 1.9 | 3% |
| Burglary | 6 | 1.6 | 2% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.5 | 1% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.3 | 0% |
Moreton-in-Marsh reports an overall crime rate of 72.8 per 1,000 residents annually, indicating a safer environment compared to the national average of 93.4 per 1,000. With a safety score of 82/100, which is above the UK average of 78/100, Moreton-in-Marsh is considered a safe area. Recent trends show a positive direction, with a 16.4% decrease in the crime rate year-over-year, suggesting an improving safety profile for the town.
Moreton-in-Marsh has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn Moreton-in-Marsh, the most significant crime types are Violence and sexual offences, Anti-social behaviour, and Public order. Violence and sexual offences constitute a substantial 43.3% of all crimes, with a rate of 31.6 per 1,000 residents. Anti-social behaviour follows, making up 19.6% of crimes at 14.3 per 1,000, while Public order represents 6.3% at 4.6 per 1,000. The overall property-related crime rate, which includes burglary, theft, and vehicle crime, stands at 17.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is considerably lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000, suggesting that residents and businesses in Moreton-in-Marsh face a reduced risk for these types of offences compared to many other areas.
Moreton-in-Marsh has a 22.1% lower crime rate than the UK average.
Moreton-in-Marsh has seen a significant positive shift in its crime landscape, with a 16.4% decrease in the overall crime rate year-over-year. Monthly trends indicate fluctuations, but a general downward trajectory is visible. While there was a peak in May 2025 at 8.6 per 1,000 residents, the rate has shown periods of lower activity, such as November 2024 (3.2) and October 2024 (5.9). The most recent data for September 2025 shows a rate of 6.7 per 1,000, lower than the peak, suggesting that efforts to reduce crime are having an effect. This trend is encouraging for residents, indicating a safer environment over time.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Moreton-in-Marsh's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning is dominated by theft (39%) and 'other' crimes, impacting early activity.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoon sees elevated theft (45%) and 'other' crimes, likely during busy periods.
6pm - 12am
Evening hours show a rise in 'other' crimes (49%) and some vehicle crime.
12am - 6am
Night experiences increased vehicle crime (47%) and 'other' crimes when properties are unattended.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Moreton-in-Marsh's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Moreton-in-Marsh, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime patterns in Moreton-in-Marsh show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are primarily affected by theft (39%) and 'other' crimes (31%), with some vehicle crime and burglary. As the day progresses into the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the dominant issue (45%), with 'other' crimes and burglary also present. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see a notable shift, with 'other' crimes dominating (49%), alongside reduced theft and vehicle crime. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime increases significantly to 47%, and 'other' crimes also remain notable, indicating a focus on unattended vehicles and properties after dark.
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How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
Emergency 999 calls requiring immediate attendance — crimes in progress, threat to life, or serious injury.
Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.
Emergency Response
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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When comparing Moreton-in-Marsh to its immediate neighbours, its crime rate provides important regional context. Moreton-in-Marsh's overall crime rate of 72.8 per 1,000 is typically higher than that of more rural settlements like Longborough, Broadwell, Blockley, and Paxford. This highlights Moreton-in-Marsh as a more urbanised hub in the area, where a slightly higher crime rate, though still below the UK average, is to be expected due to increased population density and commercial activity. Despite this, it remains a relatively safe area.
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How we source and verify crime information for Moreton-in-Marsh
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Moreton-in-Marsh. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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