Shrivenham and Watchfield Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Shrivenham and Watchfield, 4.1 crimes were reported in November 2023—45.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately 1 crime for every 244 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences (12 cases, 46.2% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (11.5%) and vehicle crime (11.5%). These figures suggest a local profile where community safety is strong compared to national trends, though the presence of violent crimes indicates areas requiring targeted attention. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the crime mix: Bonfire Night events may have influenced anti-social behaviour, while Black Friday shopping could have impacted shoplifting rates, though this category remained 45% below the UK average. The low property crime rate (26.9% of total) contrasts with the higher proportion of violent crimes, which may reflect the area’s character as a built-up district within a rural setting where community interactions and local events play a role in crime dynamics. The overall rate, though low, shows a balance between the relative safety of property crime and the need for vigilance around interpersonal violence, particularly in public spaces.

November saw a 44.4% increase in the overall crime rate compared to the previous month, rising from 2.8 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This rise was driven by sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+100%), theft from the person (+100%), and possession of weapons (+100%), all of which were previously unreported in October. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category at 46.2% of total crimes, but this rate was 27% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, while now 11.5% of total crimes, was 52% below the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. Vehicle crime matched the UK average exactly at 0.5 per 1,000, suggesting no particular local risk in this category. However, the 233% increase in possession of weapons compared to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 raises specific concerns. Residents may find the breakdown of violent crimes by category useful for understanding local risks, particularly as Bonfire Night events may have influenced anti-social behaviour patterns.

The crime rate in November 2023 (4.1 per 1,000) represents a 44.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.8 per 1,000. On a daily basis, this equates to roughly one crime reported per day in Shrivenham and Watchfield—a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s relatively small population of 6,347 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 244 residents, illustrating the rarity of criminal activity in this built-up area. Compared to the UK average, the local rate is strikingly lower, with the overall crime rate 45.3% below the national figure. This disparity is amplified in specific categories: violence and sexual offences were 27% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour was 52% below. However, the rate of possession of weapons was 233% above the UK average. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the absolute number of crimes is small, the local context—such as seasonal events like Bonfire Night—may temporarily elevate certain types of crime. This comparison highlights both the area’s general safety and the need for targeted awareness around specific risks.