Wallingford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wallingford's November 2025 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents places it 49.3% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a gap that reflects the area's unique socio-economic profile. As a built-up area within South Oxfordshire, Wallingford combines suburban tranquillity with limited commercial density, factors that likely contribute to its consistently low crime rates. The most prevalent category of crime remains violence and sexual offences, accounting for 25% of the 32 total incidents, though this figure remains 65% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The second most common crime type, criminal damage and arson, saw a 50% increase from October, though it still lags behind the UK average by 87%. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and the start of the Christmas shopping season may have influenced patterns, with shoplifting rising by 66.7% to five incidents. This increase, while notable, remains 5% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The area's low crime profile is further reinforced by anti-social behaviour incidents, which fell to 4 cases (0.5 per 1,000) – 53% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. These figures, combined with the absence of significant rises in property crimes, suggest that Wallingford's community-focused policing and the area's limited nightlife contribute to its safety record. However, the 100% increase in drug-related crimes, though a single incident, highlights the need for continued vigilance in monitoring emerging trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift in November 2025 was the 100% increase in drug-related crimes, with one reported incident compared to none in October. This spike, though still a single case, may partly explain the 100% rise in vehicle crime, which jumped from one to two incidents. These changes contrast sharply with declines in burglary and other theft, both down 60% from October levels. Violence and sexual offences, at 0.9 per 1,000 residents, remain 65% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a disparity consistent with Wallingford's low-density urban character. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 50% to five incidents, placing the category 13% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly could reflect increased vandalism linked to Bonfire Night celebrations, though the small sample size means caution is needed in drawing conclusions. For residents, the 100% increase in drug-related crimes highlights the importance of vigilance in public spaces, particularly near transport hubs and retail areas.

Wallingford's November 2025 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents marks a 28.9% decline from the previous month's 5.2 per 1,000. This reduction positions the area as significantly safer compared to the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a gap of 49.3% that has remained consistent over recent months. On a daily basis, the 32 reported crimes in November equate to roughly one crime per day, a figure that aligns with the area's low overall crime profile. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 269 residents underscores the relative safety of Wallingford compared to larger urban centres. This ratio is particularly striking in a built-up area within South Oxfordshire, where the combination of suburban infrastructure and limited nightlife may contribute to lower crime rates. The contrast with the UK average highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and community engagement in maintaining low crime levels, though seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and reduced foot traffic during November may also play a role.