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

In November 2024, Abingdon-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 21.1% below the UK average of 7.6. This lower-than-average rate reflects a combination of factors, including a strong focus on violent crimes and a relatively subdued property crime profile. Violent and sexual offences accounted for 37.2% of all reported incidents, with 74 cases recorded—significantly lower than the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, which equates to 15% fewer incidents. This dominance of violent crime may be partly explained by the area’s proximity to Oxford and its role as a commuter hub, which could contribute to higher levels of interpersonal conflict or public disturbances. Property crimes, though lower in absolute terms, still accounted for 32.2% of total incidents, with 64 cases reported. This balance between property and violent crime contrasts with other parts of the UK, where property crime often dominates. Seasonal factors, including the darkening evenings of November and the timing of Bonfire Night, likely played a role in shaping these patterns. The month’s crime profile also saw a notable shift in public order offences, which rose sharply to 23 incidents—37% above the UK average. This could be linked to the increased foot traffic associated with Black Friday shopping or the heightened activity around local festivals. Despite these fluctuations, the overall crime rate remains relatively stable, suggesting that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be contributing to a sustained reduction in criminal activity. The lower-than-average violent crime rate, coupled with a moderate property crime rate, illustrates an area where crime is present but not overwhelming, and where targeted interventions may be helping to maintain this balance.

November 2024 saw stark contrasts in crime trends, with burglary surging by 700% compared to the previous month, rising from one to eight incidents. This spike, though unexplained by the data, may be linked to seasonal factors such as Black Friday shopping or increased home occupancy during the holiday season. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 78.6%, dropping from 14 to 3, possibly due to reduced outdoor activity during darker evenings. The balance between property and violent crime shifted with violent crimes (74) accounting for 37.2% of all incidents, compared to 32.2% for property crimes. This dominance of violent offences is 15% below the UK average for this category, suggesting localised factors may be influencing this trend. Public order offences also rose sharply, increasing by 76.9% to 23 incidents, a figure that is 37% above the UK average. This could reflect heightened tensions during Bonfire Night events or other community gatherings. Residents may find the 78.6% drop in bicycle theft particularly relevant, as it highlights a potential shift in criminal focus during the month.

Abingdon-on-Thames recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, a 4.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.3. This reduction, though modest, aligns with a broader trend observed in the Vale of White Horse, where seasonal factors often influence crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly seven crimes per day, a figure that, while not negligible, remains below the UK average when scaled to its population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 167 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the local population. This monthly exposure provides a tangible measure for residents, showing that while crime is present, it is not frequent compared to other areas. The population of 33,209 further underscores the significance of this ratio, as it translates to a manageable frequency of incidents per individual. This context helps residents gauge the relative safety of their neighbourhood without overemphasising isolated incidents.