Wallingford Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 8,606, Wallingford recorded 57 crimes in June 2025, translating to a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that underscores the area’s generally lower crime profile despite the month-on-month increase. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all incidents (24 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and shoplifting (10.5%). These patterns align with Wallingford’s character as a built-up area within South Oxfordshire, where retail and community spaces may contribute to higher rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. The seasonal context of June—as the start of summer and the beginning of the tourist season—likely plays a role in the rise of shoplifting and public order offences, which often spike during periods of increased foot traffic. However, the area’s overall safety remains evident in its performance against UK averages, with violent crime (2.8 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) both significantly below the respective national benchmarks. This suggests that while local factors can temporarily elevate crime, Wallingford’s built-up nature and relatively low population density may contribute to a more manageable crime environment compared to larger urban centres. The contrast between Wallingford’s lower rates and the UK average highlights the importance of contextual factors, such as local policing strategies, community engagement, and the area’s proximity to rural spaces, which may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime.

June 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+233.3%), shoplifting (+200%), and other theft (+200%) compared to May. These rises suggest a shift in criminal activity, with anti-social behaviour potentially linked to summer social gatherings and increased public spaces being used. Shoplifting’s 200% jump—from 2 to 6 incidents—positions it as the third most common crime type, though it remains 11% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This contrast with other categories, such as anti-social behaviour (15% below UK average) and public order offences (32% below), illustrates a mixed picture of local crime patterns. The category of 'possession of weapons' also stood out, with a rate of 0.2 per 1,000—150% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. While the absolute number is small (2 incidents), this anomaly may reflect heightened awareness or specific enforcement actions. For residents, the 200% rise in shoplifting offers a concrete example of how seasonal factors can influence retail crime in a built-up area.

Wallingford's crime rate in June 2025 (6.6 per 1,000) represents an 110.8% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.1 per 1,000. This jump, while significant, remains 18.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly 2 crimes reported each day in June, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 8,606. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 151 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents for local residents. This rate is lower than the UK average when considering the population size, though the sharp month-on-month rise suggests a temporary spike in activity. The shift from May’s subdued levels to June’s higher numbers may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the start of the summer tourist season, which can increase foot traffic in retail and leisure areas. However, the overall rate remains in line with Wallingford’s historical pattern of lower-than-average crime, even with the recent increase.