Grove (Vale of White Horse) Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Grove (Vale of White Horse), 6.2 crimes were reported in July 2024 — a figure 26.2% below the UK average of 8.4. This translates to a monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 161 residents, a statistic that offers a tangible sense of risk for local communities. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.1%) and public order offences (12.3%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of July: a peak summer month marked by festivals, extended daylight, and higher foot traffic in public spaces. The spike in public order offences, while not uncommon during summer, may partly explain the 133% month-on-month increase from 3 to 7 incidents. This rise could be linked to the area’s character as a commuter belt suburb with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where informal gatherings and outdoor events may heighten tensions. Conversely, shoplifting remained significantly lower than the UK average (56% below), likely reflecting the area’s lower retail density compared to major urban centres. The overall crime rate, while relatively low, remains a reminder that even small communities are not immune to the pressures of seasonal activity and transient populations.

July 2024 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+400%), other theft (+150%), and public order offences (+133%) compared to June. These shifts highlight a notable shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences (14 incidents) now accounting for just 24.6% of total crimes, down from 57.1% in the previous month. This decline in property crimes may reflect improved security measures or seasonal patterns, as the summer months often see reduced burglary activity. Meanwhile, violent crimes (21 incidents) remained the most prevalent category, though they were 19% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. The dramatic rise in public order offences — now 25% above the UK average — deserves closer attention, particularly given the area’s proximity to summer festivals and its role as a commuter hub. A concrete data point for residents: the rate of shoplifting in Grove (0.3 per 1,000) is 56% below the UK average, suggesting that targeted retail areas or police presence may be mitigating this particular risk. However, the 68% reduction in burglary compared to the UK average may also indicate that the area’s lower population density and more spread-out housing stock reduce opportunities for such crimes.

The crime rate in July 2024 (6.2 per 1,000) marked a 50.0% increase from June’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000, a rise that underscores the volatility of monthly crime trends. On a daily basis, Grove recorded roughly 2 crimes per day in July — a figure that, while low, may feel more pronounced in a small community where incidents are more likely to be known to residents. Over the course of the month, the 1-in-161 resident exposure rate suggests that while the absolute risk is low, the visibility of crime in a close-knit area can amplify perceived threats. This rate is particularly notable when compared to the UK average, which sits at 8.4 per 1,000 — a gap that highlights Grove’s relatively safer environment, even as it faces unique challenges like the 25% above-average public order offences. The population context further clarifies these figures: with 9,172 residents, the 57 total crimes reported in July equate to a manageable burden for local services, though the sharp increase in public order incidents may require targeted policing strategies. The contrast between Grove’s lower burglary rate (68% below UK average) and its higher public order offences illustrates how different factors — from community cohesion to event management — shape local crime profiles in ways that diverge from national trends.