Oadby Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Oadby's November 2024 crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents stands 36.8% below the UK average of 7.6, a gap that underscores the area's consistently lower crime profile compared to national benchmarks. This performance is particularly striking given the month's seasonal dynamics: Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of winter darkness, all of which typically correlate with increased crime in other parts of the country. The most prevalent crime type—violence and sexual offences (40.5% of total incidents)—remains 22% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect Oadby's relatively stable community structures and limited nightlife density. Other theft (14.7%) and public order offences (8.6%) follow, though the latter category is 22% below the national average, suggesting effective local policing of public spaces. The seasonal context offers a partial explanation: while Black Friday shopping could have driven retail crime, the 57% drop in shoplifting compared to UK rates indicates robust prevention measures. This contrast with the 27% above-average rate for other theft highlights the complexity of local crime patterns, influenced by factors such as Oadby's mix of residential and commercial zones. The data also shows a marked absence of certain crimes—robbery, possession of weapons, and other crime were all previously non-existent, though they each rose to one incident in November. These fluctuations, though small, may signal emerging trends or one-off incidents rather than systemic changes.

November 2024 saw a striking shift in specific crime categories, with three offences—other crime, possession of weapons, and robbery—jumping from zero to one incident each, a 100% increase. This spike, though small in absolute terms, raises questions about emerging patterns in a town where such incidents were previously non-existent. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 81.8% (from 11 to 2), a drop that may reflect heightened awareness during the Christmas shopping season or improved vehicle security measures. The data also reveals notable UK comparisons: while violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) remain 22% below the national average, other theft (0.7 per 1,000) is 27% above. This divergence suggests that retail areas in Oadby—particularly those near major shopping centres—may be experiencing pressures unique to the local economy. Residents might find the 57% reduction in shoplifting (from 0.7 to 0.3 per 1,000) particularly noteworthy, as it indicates effective retail crime prevention efforts.

Oadby's crime rate in November 2024 (4.8 per 1,000 residents) marked an 8.7% decline from the previous month's rate of 5.3 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with broader seasonal trends observed in similar built-up areas, where crime often dips as colder weather and shorter evenings limit outdoor activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 207 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in absolute terms. When considering daily crime patterns, the area recorded an average of four crimes per day, a rate that remains consistent with historical averages for mid-sized towns. The population context further underscores the significance: with 24,061 residents, the 116 reported crimes represent a manageable volume relative to the local population. This contrast with the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies, though demographic factors—such as Oadby's mix of residential and commercial zones—likely contribute to this disparity. The month's data also reveals a nuanced balance between property and violent crime, with the latter comprising 40.5% of total incidents.