Vale of White Horse Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Vale of White Horse maintained a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 7.5. This translates to a per-capita risk of one reported crime for every 248 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the area’s relative safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.4% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (9.8%) and anti-social behaviour (9.1%). These figures reflect a pattern where personal safety concerns dominate, even as property crimes remain well below national averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended periods of darkness—likely influenced the crime profile. For instance, the spike in shoplifting (33.3% increase from October) aligns with the retail-focused nature of Black Friday, while the lower-than-average rates of vehicle crime and burglary may indicate the area’s rural character, where fewer high-traffic commercial zones exist. The absence of significant spikes in violent crime, despite the darker evenings, suggests that community engagement or local policing strategies may be effective in mitigating risks. However, the persistent prevalence of violence and sexual offences, even at rates below the UK average, highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where these crimes are concentrated. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of seasonal factors, local demographics, and policing efforts, all of which shape the daily risk landscape for residents.

November 2023 saw a notable 33.3% increase in shoplifting, rising from 30 to 40 incidents. This aligns with the timing of Black Friday shopping, which often drives retail crime. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 48.5%, and possession of weapons dropped by 50%, suggesting a temporary reduction in certain illicit activities. Violence and sexual offences, though the most common category (43.4% of total crimes), remain 31% below the UK average at 1.8 per 1,000. This contrast between local and national trends illustrates how the Vale’s lower population density and community-focused policing may contribute to a different crime profile. For residents, the 33.3% rise in shoplifting offers a concrete example of how seasonal events can impact local crime patterns, even in an area generally safer than the UK average.

The crime rate in Vale of White Horse for November 2023 stands at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, a 17.9% decline from the previous month’s rate of 4.9. This downward trend suggests a relatively stable environment, though seasonal factors like darker evenings and Black Friday shopping may have influenced specific crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly 20 reported crimes each day, a figure that translates to a local resident encountering one crime for every 248 people over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides context for risk: for every 1,000 residents, 4 crimes are reported, placing the area significantly below the UK average. The population context further underscores this safety, with the Vale’s crime rate being 46.7% lower than the national average. These figures, while modest in absolute terms, highlight the area’s relative security compared to other regions in the UK.