South Oxfordshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 156,470, South Oxfordshire recorded 559 crimes in November 2025, translating to a crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 50.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to national trends. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 38.6% of all reported incidents (216 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (10.2%) and criminal damage and arson (9.3%). These figures suggest a balance between personal safety concerns and property-related issues, with violent crimes remaining lower than the UK average. Seasonal factors may have influenced patterns, as November typically sees increased retail activity around Black Friday and darker evenings affecting outdoor crime. The area's character as a mix of rural and commuter-focused zones likely contributes to its relatively low crime rate, with fewer high-density urban areas driving violent crime. However, the persistence of violence and sexual offences at 1.4 per 1,000—46% below the UK average—indicates targeted efforts may still be needed in specific locations. The overall stability in crime rates, combined with the UK's broader context, suggests South Oxfordshire maintains a safer environment than many comparable regions.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with possession of weapons increasing by 700% (from 1 to 8 cases), theft from the person rising 200% (from 1 to 3), and bicycle theft jumping 133% (from 3 to 7). These spikes, while small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal dynamics such as Bonfire Night events or increased foot traffic during Black Friday shopping. Conversely, burglary and public order offences declined by 17.6% and 21.2% respectively, possibly linked to proactive policing or community engagement efforts during the month. The category of 'other crime' also dropped by 22.7%, though this may not signal a long-term trend without further data. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, but their rate (1.4 per 1,000) was 46% below the UK average, highlighting the area's relative safety in this domain. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.3 per 1,000) were both significantly below national averages, suggesting effective community management strategies. Residents may find the sharp rise in weapon possession concerning, as this category was the only one exceeding the UK average by 43%, indicating a need for targeted interventions.

South Oxfordshire's crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 in November 2025 remained stable compared to the previous month (also 3.6 per 1,000), showing no significant month-on-month fluctuation. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly 19 crimes reported each day—a figure that, while not negligible, is far lower than many urban centres. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 280 residents underscores the area's relatively safe environment, particularly when compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This translates to a population-scaled perspective where residents face a 1-in-280 chance of being directly involved in a reported crime over the course of a month, a statistic that would likely be perceived as reassuring by most local residents. The stability in crime rates over consecutive months suggests consistent policing or community initiatives may be maintaining this low-level equilibrium. However, the sharp increase in weapon possession cases—now 0.1 per 1,000, 43% above the UK average—introduces a localised concern that may require closer monitoring. For context, the UK's overall average of 7.3 per 1,000 means South Oxfordshire's residents experience less than half the national risk, reinforcing the area's status as a low-crime locality.