Berinsfield Crime Rate

Berinsfield is an urban settlement in South Oxfordshire with a crime rate of 62.5 per 1,000 people. While this is higher than some of the more rural villages in the region, it remains comfortably below the UK national average of 93.1. The area maintains a safety score of 84/100, which is significantly better than the UK average of 78. Furthermore, Berinsfield has seen a substantial 22.1% decrease in crime year-over-year, indicating a positive trend in local safety and security for its residents.

Crime in Berinsfield

The crime profile of Berinsfield is largely dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 46.9% of all recorded incidents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour at 16.5% and public order offences at 10.8%. These figures suggest that social and interpersonal issues are the primary drivers of the local crime rate.

Property crime in Berinsfield, which includes burglary, theft, vehicle crime, and criminal damage, occurs at a rate of 11.6 per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 32.9. Vehicle crime and 'other theft' each represent 4.6% of total crime, while burglary is relatively rare at just 1.6%. For residents, this indicates that while the overall crime rate is higher than in some neighbouring villages, the risk of serious property crime remains low by national standards.

Berinsfield Crime Trends

The crime rate in Berinsfield has seen a significant 22.1% decrease year-over-year. A detailed look at the monthly data shows that the rate was relatively low in late 2024, with a rate of 1.6 in December. However, there was a notable increase in the spring and summer of 2025.

Specifically, the rate climbed to 7.7 in March and remained elevated at 7.4 in June and August 2025. By October 2025, the rate had settled at 5.5. This pattern suggests that while the overall annual trend is downward, there are significant seasonal spikes in crime activity. Residents should remain vigilant during these higher-rate months, even as the broader long-term trend for the area remains positive.

How To Keep Safe in Berinsfield

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in Berinsfield. While the area is generally safe, residents can take proactive steps to enhance their personal security and maintain the community's safety.

Firstly, be mindful of your surroundings when walking alone, particularly after dark, and stick to well-lit routes. Secondly, because vehicle crime accounts for a significant 59% of night-time incidents, ensure your car is always locked and consider using additional security measures like a steering lock or parking in a well-lit area. Thirdly, reporting any anti-social behaviour to the local authorities is essential, as it helps them manage and prevent the escalation of social issues. Finally, fostering good relationships with neighbours can help create a more vigilant and supportive community where residents look out for one another's property and safety.

Crime Timing in Berinsfield

Crime in Berinsfield exhibits distinct temporal patterns. During the morning (6am - 12pm) and afternoon (12pm - 6pm), theft is the most prevalent crime, accounting for 48% and 57% of incidents respectively. Vehicle crime also starts to feature in the morning, representing 26% of reported incidents.

As evening falls (6pm - 12am), 'other' crimes—including anti-social behaviour and public order offences—become the majority at 40%, while vehicle crime remains a significant factor at 30%. The night-time hours (12am - 6am) see a dramatic shift; vehicle crime surges to 59% of all recorded incidents. This data suggests that while daytime risks are primarily related to opportunistic theft, the night-time hours present a very high and specific risk to vehicles in the area.

Local Context and Comparisons

In comparison to its immediate neighbours, Berinsfield's crime rate of 62.5 is significantly higher than Burcot, Dorchester, Drayton St Leonard, and Marsh Baldon, all of which recorded a 0.0 crime rate. As a larger residential settlement with more concentrated housing and local amenities, Berinsfield naturally experiences more reported activity than these very small, quiet hamlets. However, within the broader South Oxfordshire local authority, Berinsfield remains a safe community, especially given the recent double-digit percentage decrease in overall crime.

Proactive Security in Berinsfield

The property crime rate in Berinsfield is 11.6 per 1,000 residents, and while burglary is relatively low at 1.6% of total crime, the 59% of night-time crimes related to vehicle theft highlights a specific area of concern. Traditional security systems often fail because they are reactive, only providing footage after a vehicle has been broken into or a home entered.

The scOS operating system offers a proactive solution by using AI to detect threats before they reach your driveway or front door. By monitoring your property boundary in real-time, scOS can identify suspicious loitering around vehicles and trigger autonomous responses like activating floodlights or audible warnings. Unlike DIY systems that can be prone to false alarms, scOS learns your family's routines and only alerts you to genuine threats. This level of professional-grade deterrence is designed to stop a crime in its tracks, making it clear to potential intruders that your property is actively defended. For Berinsfield residents, this means real protection rather than just a recording of a loss.