Abingdon-on-Thames Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Abingdon-on-Thames during August 2024 reveals a distinct pattern that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal dynamics. Violence and sexual offences (72 incidents, 34.1% of total crimes) remain the most prevalent category.2 per 1,000 is 18% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is a persistent concern, local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may mitigate its severity. Anti-social behaviour (41 incidents, 19.4%) and criminal damage and arson (25 incidents, 11.9%) follow closely, with the latter category showing a 29% excess compared to the UK average. This anomaly may be linked to the area's built-up status within a rural district, where property maintenance and community cohesion could influence damage rates. The seasonal context of August, a peak holiday month, likely contributes to fluctuations in crime types: increased tourism may drive public order offences, while empty homes during holidays could elevate burglary risks. However, Abingdon-on-Thames' overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 is 22% below the UK average, indicating a generally safer environment. This balance of crime types—dominated by violent and public order offences but with lower rates of property crimes—illustrates a community where localised issues coexist with broader national trends. The relatively low rates of shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000, 72% below UK average) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000, 56% below UK average) further suggest that retail and transport sectors may have effective security measures or lower exposure to typical urban crime pressures. These patterns align with Abingdon-on-Thames' position as a built-up area within a rural district, where the interplay between urban and rural dynamics shapes the crime profile.

August 2024 brought significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 100% (from 4 to 8 incidents) and vehicle crime rising by 66.7% (from 3 to 5). These increases contrast sharply with a 50% drop in drug-related crimes, which fell from 16 to 8. The shift in violent crime trends is particularly noteworthy: while violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category (34.1% of total crimes), their rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 18% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community initiatives. Conversely, bicycle theft saw a 25% increase, aligning with seasonal patterns that may link to holiday-related activity or increased cycling during summer months. The 72% deficit in shoplifting compared to the UK average (0.2 vs 0.7 per 1,000) indicates that retail environments in Abingdon-on-Thames may have stronger security measures or lower foot traffic during peak holiday periods.

Abingdon-on-Thames' crime rate in August 2024 (6.4 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 4.9% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.7 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with a broader pattern of reduced property crimes and drug-related incidents, though violent crimes remain a consistent concern. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in a built-up area within a rural district. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 157 residents, a metric that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. When considering the population of 33,209, the distribution of crimes suggests a balance between localised issues and broader regional trends, with no single category dominating the statistical picture. This monthly exposure figure offers residents a tangible sense of risk, particularly when compared to the UK-wide context where higher population density often correlates with increased crime rates.