Oadby Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Oadby's crime profile in February 2025, contributing 40.9% of all reported crimes. This category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, is 32% below the UK average for the same type, suggesting a lower prevalence of interpersonal violence compared to national trends. Anti-social behaviour and public order offences follow, with rates 59% and 9% below UK averages respectively, indicating a generally orderly public space. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents places Oadby significantly below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment for residents. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these figures, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for certain crimes while increasing indoor or personal interactions. The area's lower property crime rate (28 incidents) compared to violent crimes (38 incidents) further highlights the dominance of personal crimes over theft or burglary. This pattern could be influenced by Oadby's suburban character, where community cohesion and policing presence may deter property-related offences. The data also shows a marked absence of crimes typically associated with high-density urban areas, such as bicycle theft, which is 100% above the UK average in this category—a paradox that may reflect specific local conditions or data anomalies. Residents may find the low rate of theft from the person (1 incident) particularly reassuring, as it is 100% below the UK average. These figures collectively illustrate an area where community-focused policing and environmental factors contribute to a crime profile distinct from both urban and rural counterparts.

February 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. 'Other crime' increased by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, while 'other theft' and 'bicycle theft' both doubled from previous month figures. These jumps may reflect underreported or emerging issues. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 66.7% (12 to 4 incidents), and shoplifting dropped by the same margin (12 to 4), suggesting potential seasonal effects or targeted interventions. The category of 'other theft'—at 0.3 per 1,000 residents—remains 35% below the UK average, highlighting Oadby's consistent performance in this area. Bicycle theft in Oadby is 100% above the UK average (0.1 vs 0.1 per 1,000), a rare outlier that could indicate specific vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or cycling patterns. The violent crime category's 40.9% share of total crimes places it firmly in the spotlight, with its rate (1.6 per 1,000) 32% below the UK average. This suggests that while interpersonal violence is a significant concern, its incidence is lower than expected for a built-up area. A resident might find the 100% reduction in shoplifting particularly relevant, as it could indicate improved retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the winter months.

Oadby's crime rate in February 2025 (3.9 per 1,000) reflects a 12.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This rise, though modest, may be attributed to the month's transition from winter to spring, which can temporarily alter crime patterns as activity levels shift. On a daily basis, Oadby recorded approximately 3 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for continuous vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 259 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average. This statistic—1-in-259—places Oadby among the safest areas nationally, even when accounting for its population of 24,061. The comparison to the UK average is particularly striking: Oadby's overall rate is 41.8% below the national figure, a gap that highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and community engagement. While the population-scaled perspective shows a relatively low risk, the 12.2% month-on-month increase serves as a reminder that even small fluctuations can be meaningful in a small area. These figures collectively suggest that Oadby's crime profile is shaped by a combination of geographic factors, policing efficacy, and community characteristics that diverge from both urban and rural norms.