Oadby Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

June 2025 marked a mixed picture for Oadby's crime profile, with a continued overall crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents—43.2% below the UK average of 8.1. The area's crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.2% of all reported crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.9%) and anti-social behaviour (10.0%). This pattern aligns with the characteristics of a suburban or urban area where community interactions and public spaces may contribute to higher rates of interpersonal crime. Seasonal factors likely played a role, as June's longer days and the onset of summer tourism may have influenced both crime patterns and reporting rates. While the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, the data also reveals stark disparities in specific categories: bicycle theft was 186% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect local demographics or infrastructure challenges. Conversely, crimes such as drugs, possession of weapons, and robbery were all 100% below the UK average, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that deter these activities. The low crime rate, combined with the prominence of violent crimes, indicates a need for continued focus on public safety initiatives that address interpersonal conflict while maintaining the area's broader security achievements.

June 2025 witnessed alarming increases in specific crime categories, with burglary rising by 400% as five incidents were reported compared to just one in May. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, underscores a sharp upward trend that residents should monitor. Shoplifting also spiked by 133.3%, jumping from three to seven cases, a figure that remains 52% below the UK average but warrants attention given the seasonal context of summer shopping. Robbery saw a 100% increase, with one incident reported after none in May, though this remains 100% below the UK average. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by two-thirds, and bicycle theft dropped by half, indicating potential success in addressing these issues. The breakdown also reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 38.2% of total crimes, remain the most prevalent category, 37% below the UK average. This mix of rising and falling trends highlights the need for targeted awareness in high-risk areas, particularly for property crimes.

Oadby's crime rate for June 2025 dropped by 6.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 4.9 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as June marks the start of summer when tourism and outdoor activity typically increase, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly four crimes reported each day in June, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 219 residents, illustrating the relatively low exposure to crime in Oadby compared to the national context. When scaled to the population of 24,061, this means fewer than 100 residents experienced a crime in June, reinforcing the area's position as safer than the UK average. The reduction in drug-related crimes by two-thirds and the drop in bicycle theft by half further suggest targeted efforts or seasonal shifts may be influencing trends from the data alone.