Oadby Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Oadby’s October 2024 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places it 34.6% below the UK average, underscoring its position as a relatively safe built-up area. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 39.4% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (10.2%) and public order offences (8.7%). These figures align with Oadby’s character as a mixed-use urban area, where retail and community spaces may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—likely influences crime patterns, though the overall rate remained stable compared to the previous month. While violence and sexual offences dominate, the area’s below-average rates for shoplifting (72% below UK levels) and anti-social behaviour suggest effective local policing or community engagement strategies. Vehicle crime and burglary were both slightly above UK averages, hinting at potential vulnerabilities in car security or property management. These trends, combined with the 34.6% deficit against the national rate, illustrate a combination of local conditions and broader UK crime dynamics.

October saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 3 to 6 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with a 77.8% drop in bicycle theft, which fell from 9 to 2, possibly reflecting seasonal changes such as shorter evenings and Halloween-related activity. The crime mix also shifted slightly, with violent crimes (50 incidents) remaining the most common category, though property crimes (47 incidents) closely followed, indicating a balanced distribution between personal and property-focused offences. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 10.2% of total crimes, was 61% below the UK average, a stark contrast to vehicle crime, which was 6% above the national rate. This divergence highlights local factors—such as community engagement in public spaces—potentially offsetting risks associated with vehicle-related crime. For residents, the 100% spike in drug-related crimes is a specific concern, suggesting a need for continued monitoring of local hotspots.

Oadby’s crime rate in October 2024 remained stable compared to September, with a -1.5% decrease from 5.4 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This minor shift suggests no significant upward or downward trend in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 4 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents in everyday life. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 189 residents highlights that most residents are not directly affected, but the presence of crime remains a consistent, if low-level, concern. This statistic also reflects Oadby’s relatively low crime profile compared to the UK average, with the area’s 5.3 rate representing a 34.6% deficit against the national benchmark. The combination of stability and below-average rates reinforces the area’s position as a safer-than-average built-up area within Oadby and Wigston.