Oswestry Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Oswestry's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.2. This figure, while modest in absolute terms, translates to a tangible daily risk for residents: an average of four crimes reported each day in the built-up area. The breakdown of offences reveals a striking focus on violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.9% of all crimes—nearly double the share of the next most common category, anti-social behaviour (15.0%). This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by seasonal factors, as June marks the beginning of summer when local social patterns shift. While the overall rate remains below the UK average, specific categories like violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) exceed the national benchmark by 9%, a discrepancy that could reflect Oswestry's unique demographic or geographic characteristics. The area's crime profile also includes notable deviations from UK norms: anti-social behaviour is 21% below the national average, linked to community cohesion or policing efforts. Meanwhile, burglary (0.1 per 1,000) is 67% below the UK rate, a contrast that may be attributed to Oswestry's lower population density and the presence of historic buildings with higher security measures. As the summer progresses, the interplay between increased tourism and local crime dynamics will likely shape future trends, though current data suggests a relatively stable environment compared to larger urban centres.

June 2024 saw a notable shift in Oswestry's crime profile, with three categories experiencing exact doubling: burglary, possession of weapons, and bicycle theft. This increase, while modest in absolute terms, may reflect the start of summer activities, which could inadvertently create new opportunities for crime. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 80.0%, likely due to the early summer period when car usage patterns shift. The breakdown of crime types reveals a complex picture: while violence and sexual offences (3.0 per 1,000) remain 9% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) is 21% below the national rate. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be influencing specific crime categories. For residents, the 12.2% gap below the UK average offers reassurance, though the rise in bicycle theft could prompt heightened awareness in areas with cycling infrastructure.

Oswestry's crime rate in June 2024 fell by 10.0% compared to May, dropping from 8.0 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a broader seasonal pattern seen in smaller towns, where crime often stabilises during the summer months as local rhythms shift. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of four reported crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with previous months, remains lower than the UK average when scaled to Oswestry's population. Over the course of June, one crime was reported for every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively low level of direct personal risk for most residents. When considering the area's population of 17,554, this translates to a manageable risk profile, with no single category dominating the crime picture. The drop in vehicle crime by 80.0% and other crime by 75.0% may reflect reduced foot traffic during the early summer. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Oswestry's crime environment remains distinct from larger urban areas, where higher density often correlates with increased rates of certain offences.