Grove Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Grove (Vale of White Horse) continues to demonstrate a crime profile significantly below the UK average, with a November 2023 crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents—38.7% lower than the national figure of 7.5 per 1,000. This marked divergence from the UK average suggests a combination of local factors, including the area’s character as a relatively small built-up area within a rural district, which may inherently limit opportunities for certain types of crime. The breakdown of crimes reveals that 54.8% of reported incidents in November were violence and sexual offences, a category that remains 3% below the UK average. This proportion highlights a persistent focus on addressing interpersonal crime in the area, though the relatively low overall rate indicates effective community policing or environmental factors that deter criminal activity. Seasonal influences such as the dark evenings of November and the proximity to Black Friday shopping may have contributed to the higher incidence of violent crime, though the absence of a corresponding rise in property crimes like vehicle theft or burglary suggests that local patterns are shaped by distinct dynamics. The low levels of drug-related crimes (0.1 per 1,000) and anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000) further contrast with the UK average, indicating that Grove’s crime profile is characterised by a focus on low-level disorder rather than more severe or systemic issues. These findings align with the area’s likely demographic profile as a commuter belt or semi-rural hub, where the mix of residential and commercial land uses may influence crime types differently than in densely populated urban centres.

November 2023 saw a 100% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from zero to one reported incident. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may indicate a shift in local patterns or increased reporting. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 33.3%, with four incidents reported compared to three in October, a trend that could reflect seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night. Conversely, other theft and burglary both declined sharply—by 75% and 50% respectively—suggesting a possible reduction in targeted property crimes. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast between local and national trends: while violent crimes in Grove are 3% below the UK average, criminal damage and arson are 19% above, indicating a unique challenge in managing disorder-related incidents. These shifts underscore the need for tailored interventions that address both rising and declining crime types.

Grove (Vale of White Horse) recorded a crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, a 20.8% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.8 per 1,000. This downward trend suggests a possible stabilisation in local crime patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm long-term shifts. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low-frequency but persistent presence of criminal activity. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 218 residents, a figure that contextualises the impact of crime on a personal level. The population of 9,172 means that individual risk remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres, though specific crime types like public order and criminal damage show deviations from national averages that warrant closer examination within the local context.