Shrivenham and Watchfield Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 saw Shrivenham and Watchfield maintain a crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 58.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This sustained low rate is particularly notable given the area’s likely semi-rural character, which typically sees lower crime concentrations compared to urban centres. The breakdown of incidents revealed that 70% of all crimes were violent in nature, a category that remains significantly below the UK average for this type of offence. The prominence of violence and sexual offences—accounting for 14 incidents—may be influenced by the seasonal context of September, which marks the start of the academic year and the return of university students to the area. While the influx of new residents could theoretically increase tensions, the data suggests that local factors, such as community policing or the area’s social fabric, may mitigate such risks. The remaining 30% of crimes were property-related, with shoplifting and other thefts occurring at rates that are 71% and 62% below the UK average, respectively. This pattern is consistent with the area’s limited retail presence and low population density, which reduce opportunities for such offences. The relatively low rates of anti-social behaviour and public order offences—83% and 64% below the UK average—further reinforce the idea that the area’s social dynamics contribute to its overall safety profile. These figures, combined with the 35.5% month-on-month decrease from August, indicate a period of stability and improvement in local crime trends.

September 2024 marked a 35.5% reduction in the area’s crime rate compared to August, driven largely by declines in anti-social behaviour and public order offences—both falling by 66.7%. This shift suggests a possible response to local initiatives or seasonal changes, such as the transition from summer to autumn. While shoplifting increased by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), this remains an isolated anomaly given the overall trend. Violent crimes, which accounted for 70% of all incidents, were 16% below the UK average, reflecting a stark contrast to national patterns. The category of criminal damage and arson also showed a 50% decrease from August, aligning with the broader downward trend. The rate of anti-social behaviour in September was 83% below the UK average, a figure that may partly explain the overall reduction in crime. Residents may find the 1-in-317 monthly exposure rate useful for contextualising the low likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives.

The crime rate for Shrivenham and Watchfield in September 2024 stood at 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 35.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.9 per 1,000. This decline suggests a sustained improvement in local safety, though seasonal factors may play a role. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 317 residents, a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents in this area. Daily, the area saw approximately one crime per day, a rate that remains significantly lower than many comparable UK regions. With a population of 6,347, the monthly exposure of 1-in-317 residents underscores the relatively low risk environment. This contrasts sharply with the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, where the local rate is nearly 58% lower. While the decrease is notable, the area’s character—likely a mix of rural and semi-rural settings—may contribute to this pattern, as such areas often see fewer crimes per capita. The monthly data also highlights the stability of the crime mix, with violent offences dominating but remaining well below the UK average for this category.