Oadby Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Oadby's built-up area recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, placing it 37.5% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.1% of all crimes, followed by public order (12.6%) and burglary (9.2%). These patterns align with typical urban dynamics, where high-traffic areas and community spaces may contribute to public order incidents, while residential zones see burglary rates influenced by local security measures. October's seasonal context—shorter days, Halloween activities, and the clocks going back—may have influenced crime patterns, though the overall stability in the area's crime rate suggests established policing or community initiatives are maintaining safety. The relatively low rate of violent crime (1.8 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 indicates effective local interventions, though the spike in burglary and bicycle theft requires closer attention. The area's character as a mixed-use built-up zone, with commercial and residential sectors, likely shapes these trends, as does the absence of major tourist attractions or industrial sites that might drive different crime profiles.

October 2023 saw a 450% month-on-month increase in burglary, rising from 2 to 11 incidents, a stark contrast to the 33% below UK average rate for this category. Bicycle theft also surged by 150%, with 10 reported cases—300% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This spike may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during darker evenings or the timing of Halloween-related activities. Conversely, other crime categories showed notable declines: vehicle crime fell by 55.6% (from 9 to 4), and drugs offences dropped by 60% (from 5 to 2). These reductions suggest that targeted efforts in areas with high vehicle density or drug-related activity may be yielding results. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) remains 33% below the UK average, indicating a persistent gap in violent crime levels. Residents might find the 100% reduction in theft from the person—dropping from 0 to 1 incident—particularly noteworthy, as it suggests improved security measures or heightened public awareness in areas where such crimes typically occur.

Oadby's crime rate remained stable in October 2023, matching the previous month's figure of 5.0 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in underlying trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 4 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the monthly total of 119 incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average in most categories. This statistic highlights the relative safety of the built-up area, particularly when compared to the UK's overall crime profile. The population context further underscores that Oadby's 24,061 residents face a crime environment that is markedly less severe than the national average, with the exception of burglary and bicycle theft. These anomalies suggest that local factors—such as targeted policing in high-risk areas or community initiatives—may be mitigating broader national trends. However, the significant increase in burglary raises questions about whether new vulnerabilities, such as increased property vacancies or changes in local demographics, could be influencing this category.