Oadby Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Oadby's crime rate stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, nearly half the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This figure translates to a tangible daily risk: three crimes reported per day across the built-up area's 24,061 residents. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.5%) and shoplifting (10.7%). These patterns align with Oadby's character as a mixed-use urban centre, where high street retail and community spaces create environments conducive to both theft and public order issues. Seasonal factors likely play a role: peak summer conditions with schools closed and festivals in full swing may have increased foot traffic in central areas, contributing to the spike in theft from the person. However, the area's overall safety profile remains strong, with rates for violent crime 41% below the UK average and anti-social behaviour 55% below. The dominance of property-related crimes—particularly shoplifting—suggests that retail premises remain key points of vulnerability, though the 23% gap below the UK average for this category indicates effective local strategies in place. The contrast with national trends is stark, as Oadby's crime picture illustrates a combination of community-focused policing and the natural dynamics of a built-up area during summer months.

July 2025 saw a 100% increase in theft from the person, with one incident reported after none in June. This spike, though small in absolute terms, highlights the vulnerability of individuals in public spaces during summer evenings. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 83.3%, likely linked to reduced car usage during festivals and events that draw crowds to pedestrianised areas. Anti-social behaviour remained 55% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Oadby's lower levels of alcohol-related incidents compared to other urban centres. The dominance of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 40.8% of all crimes—contrasts with the UK average, where this category makes up 41% of total crimes. While Oadby's rate for this category is 41% below the UK average, the local context suggests that targeted policing around nightlife areas may be mitigating risks. The 100% increase in drug-related offences, though only two incidents, deserves closer attention to whether new patterns are emerging in the area.

Oadby's crime rate in July 2025 dropped to 4.3 per 1,000 residents, a 6.3% decrease from 4.6 per 1,000 in June. This continues a trend of declining rates over recent months, with the area remaining 50% below the UK average. On a daily basis, the 103 reported crimes translate to roughly three incidents per day, a figure that includes both violent and property-related offences. Over the course of July, one crime occurred for every 234 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Oadby among the safer built-up areas in the UK. The population context is significant: with 24,061 residents, the crime rate remains proportionally low, suggesting that local policing strategies or community initiatives may be contributing to this sustained reduction. While daily crime counts offer a snapshot, the monthly aggregate provides a clearer picture of long-term trends, showing that residents face a lower risk of victimisation compared to both the UK average and many similar-sized urban areas.