Crime is decreasing and MODERATE in Oswestry
Oswestry's crime rate is decreasing by 5.2% year-over-year, maintaining a safety score of 80/100. Find detailed local crime insights.
Oswestry's crime rate is lower than UK average
Based on population of 17,554 over 12 months
Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 85.8 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 26.7 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.4 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 33.2 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 80 out of 100 |
| Population | 17,554 |
| Trend | decreasing |
| Comparison | lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 578 | 32.9 | 38% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 260 | 14.8 | 17% |
| Shoplifting | 146 | 8.3 | 10% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 137 | 7.8 | 9% |
| Public order | 123 | 7 | 8% |
| Other theft | 101 | 5.8 | 7% |
| Other crime | 35 | 2 | 2% |
| Drugs | 30 | 1.7 | 2% |
| Burglary | 30 | 1.7 | 2% |
| Vehicle crime | 30 | 1.7 | 2% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 0.7 | 1% |
| Robbery | 9 | 0.5 | 1% |
| Theft from the person | 8 | 0.5 | 1% |
| Bicycle theft | 7 | 0.4 | 0% |
Oswestry's crime rate stands at 85.8 per 1,000 people per year, which is below the national average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area achieves a safety score of 80 out of 100, surpassing the UK average of 78. A positive trend is evident, with a 5.2% decrease in the year-over-year crime rate, indicating an improving safety environment for residents. This downward trend provides a reassuring backdrop to the comprehensive crime statistics and analysis that follows.
Oswestry has a relatively good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Protect Against These ThreatsIn Oswestry, violence and sexual offences represent the most common crime type, with 578 incidents, accounting for 32.9 per 1,000 residents and 38.4% of the total. Anti-social behaviour is the second highest, with 260 crimes (14.8 per 1,000, 17.3% of total), followed by shoplifting, recording 146 cases (8.3 per 1,000, 9.7% of total).
Property-related crime, including burglary, theft, vehicle crime, criminal damage and arson, robbery, and theft from the person, is recorded at a rate of 26.6 per 1,000 people per year in Oswestry. This figure is lower than the national average of 33.2 per 1,000, suggesting a comparatively lower risk for property owners. Specific breakdowns include burglary at 1.7 per 1,000, vehicle crime also at 1.7 per 1,000, and other theft at 5.8 per 1,000. Shoplifting is also a notable concern, indicating vigilance is key in commercial areas. Residents should ensure their homes and vehicles are secure to mitigate these risks.
Oswestry has a 8.1% lower crime rate than the UK average.
Oswestry has experienced a positive shift in its crime landscape, with a significant 5.2% decrease in the year-over-year crime rate. This downward trend suggests an improving safety situation for the community. Monthly crime rates per 1,000 residents show some fluctuations, with a low of 5.2 in December 2024 and a peak of 10.4 in July 2025. There was a noticeable increase in crime during the spring and summer months, particularly in May and July, before a reduction towards the end of the period. Despite these monthly variations, the overall trajectory points towards a safer environment in Oswestry.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Oswestry's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning hours in Oswestry are dominated by high theft, particularly in commercial areas, and other general incidents.
12pm - 6pm
Afternoons see elevated theft, often linked to peak shopping, alongside various other non-specific crime types.
6pm - 12am
Evenings in Oswestry are characterised by a significant rise in various other crimes, with some theft and property offences.
12am - 6am
Night-time reveals increased vehicle crime and burglary, combined with a substantial proportion of other general crimes.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Oswestry's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Oswestry, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
An examination of crime patterns in Oswestry by time of day reveals particular concentrations of activity. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are dominated by theft, accounting for 48% of crimes, often associated with commercial opening times. This trend intensifies in the afternoon (12pm-6pm), where theft rises to 52%, reflecting peak shopping periods. As evening progresses (6pm-12am), 'other' crime types become significantly more prevalent at 61%, while theft decreases to 21%. During the night (12am-6am), property crimes such as vehicle crime (24%) and burglary (14%) see an increase, along with a high proportion of 'other' crimes at 50%, indicating a shift towards offences occurring under the cover of darkness.
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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Comparing Oswestry to its neighbouring areas offers valuable regional context. Oswestry's crime rate is typically higher than smaller, more rural settlements such as Morda, Whittington (Shropshire), and Trefonen, reflecting its status as a larger built-up area. It shows a similar profile to Gobowen, another urban settlement nearby. This comparison helps residents understand Oswestry's safety standing within its immediate geographical context, providing insights into how its urban characteristics influence crime levels compared to its more rural neighbours.
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How we source and verify crime information for Oswestry
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Oswestry. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Last updated: September 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately every two months
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