Oakham Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Oakham’s crime rate in March 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime reflects the area’s character as a largely rural built-up area within Rutland, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain crimes. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (15 cases, 27.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (13 cases, 23.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10 cases, 18.2%). Violence and sexual offences in Oakham remained 63% below the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the overall lower crime rate compared to national statistics. March’s transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks moving forward, likely influenced patterns of outdoor activity and social interaction, which may have affected public order offences and anti-social behaviour. While property crimes accounted for 30.9% of the total (17 cases), violent crimes formed a significant portion (27.3%), suggesting a balance between personal safety concerns and property-related issues. The relatively low levels of shoplifting (7.3% of total) and burglary (3.6% of total) further support the idea that Oakham’s environment, with fewer high-traffic retail areas and a more stable residential population, may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic in local businesses during spring, may have influenced the slight rise in criminal damage and arson, though this remains an area for further observation.

March 2025 saw notable decreases in other theft (-80.0% from 5 to 1) and a modest decline in violence and sexual offences (-6.3% from 16 to 15). These reductions may reflect the impact of community initiatives or seasonal patterns, with fewer incidents during the early spring period. Conversely, criminal damage and arson surged by 400.0% (from 2 to 10), marking the most significant increase in the month. This rise could be linked to the timing of seasonal maintenance, such as garden work or property upkeep, which may have exposed vulnerable areas to vandalism. Drugs-related offences also doubled (from 1 to 3), a jump that may be connected to changing social dynamics during the transition to spring. Public order offences rose sharply by 133.3% (from 3 to 7), influenced by increased public gatherings or events as the weather improved. Despite these increases, Oakham’s violent crime rate remains 63% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 28% below the national figure. For residents, the daily crime count of approximately 2 incidents per day provides a tangible reference point for understanding local safety levels, though this figure is significantly lower than the UK average. The balance between property and violent crimes highlights the need for targeted strategies to address the specific challenges of criminal damage and public order, while maintaining the progress seen in reducing other categories.

Oakham’s crime rate in March 2025 rose by 37.4% compared to February’s rate of 2.7 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. This increase, while notable, is tempered by the area’s consistently low crime levels relative to national statistics. On a daily basis, Oakham experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in March, a figure that is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 267 residents, illustrating the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When considering the population context, Oakham’s 14,664 residents mean that even a modest increase in crime can feel more pronounced at the local level. However, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-267 residents still places Oakham among the safer areas in the UK, with crime levels far below the national benchmark. The contrast between the 37.4% increase in the overall rate and the continued below-average performance in specific categories (such as violence and sexual offences) suggests that the rise may be concentrated in a few areas rather than a broad trend. This dynamic underscores the importance of localized analysis, as national averages can obscure variations within individual communities. For residents, the comparison to the UK average reinforces that Oakham remains a relatively secure place to live, even as small fluctuations in crime rates occur.