Abingdon-on-Thames Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Abingdon-on-Thames, the crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in March 2023 translates to a per-capita risk that is 31.6% below the UK average. This figure, while not negligible, reflects a relatively safe environment compared to the national context. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.3% of the total, followed by other theft (9.8%) and criminal damage (9.3%). These patterns may be influenced by the area’s seasonal dynamics: as March marks the transition to spring, longer evenings and the clocks changing likely increased foot traffic in public spaces, potentially contributing to higher rates of violence and property crimes. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or the built environment—may be mitigating risk. Anti-social behaviour, for instance, was 52% below the UK average, a discrepancy that could reflect effective local interventions or the area’s character as a quieter, more residential community. Meanwhile, the lower rates of vehicle crime (58% below UK average) might be linked to fewer commercial zones or limited commuter activity compared to larger urban centres. These findings illustrate how crime patterns are shaped by a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal factors, with Abingdon-on-Thames appearing to balance typical risks with a lower-than-average overall profile.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences making up 39.3% of all reported crimes—nearly double the UK average share of 23%. This category’s rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents, though still below the UK average of 2.7, underscores the prominence of personal safety concerns in the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime were both 52% and 58% below the UK average respectively, indicating potentially effective local measures in these domains. Drug-related crimes, however, stood out as 50% higher than the UK average, a figure that may reflect local challenges or unmet policing priorities. Bicycle theft, at 43% above the UK average, suggests a need for targeted interventions near residential or campus areas where cycling is common. These disparities highlight the complexity of crime trends, with some categories aligning with national patterns and others diverging significantly.

Abingdon-on-Thames saw 173 total crimes in March 2023, translating to roughly 6 crimes per day. This local figure highlights the daily reality of crime in the area, with one reported crime occurring for every 192 residents over the course of the month. Compared to the UK average, the area’s crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents is significantly lower, reflecting a safer environment relative to the national context. The population of 33,209 means that each resident faces a lower likelihood of being directly affected by crime compared to the UK average. This monthly exposure figure provides a tangible measure of risk, showing that while crime exists, its frequency is proportionally less severe in Abingdon-on-Thames. The breakdown of crime types further illustrates this safety profile, with categories like anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime far below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement in these areas.