Shrivenham and Watchfield Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Shrivenham and Watchfield’s crime rate in October 2025 remained exceptionally low at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure 68.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This underscores the area’s status as a relatively safe built-up zone within the Vale of White Horse. Violent and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of crimes, with nine incidents reported—representing 60% of the total. These figures are 47% below the UK average for this category, consistent with the area’s demographic profile as a largely residential community with limited nightlife or commercial activity. Public order offences followed, with three incidents (20% of total crimes), still 6% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, though lower in absolute terms, remained 76% below the UK average. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, the transition to British Summer Time’s end, and Halloween—may have influenced reported incidents, particularly in public spaces. While the overall crime rate is low, the 150% increase in bicycle theft compared to the UK average suggests a need for targeted measures, such as improved bike storage in local amenities. The area’s low property crime rate (only one incident) further reflects its character as a low-density, suburban environment, where opportunities for theft are limited. These patterns align with typical trends in similar rural-urban fringe areas, where community cohesion and low population density contribute to lower crime rates.

October 2025 saw a 100% increase in bicycle theft, with one reported incident compared to none in September. This spike may reflect seasonal factors, such as the return of cyclists after the summer break or the darker evenings associated with October. Public order offences also rose by 50%, with three incidents reported, though this remains significantly below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 60%, dropping from five to two incidents, likely due to reduced outdoor activity as temperatures cooled. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 10%, from 10 to nine incidents, aligning with the area’s consistently low violent crime profile. Bicycle theft in Shrivenham and Watchfield is 150% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, highlighting a specific vulnerability that residents should be aware of. These shifts in crime patterns illustrate the combination of local demographics and seasonal rhythms.

Shrivenham and Watchfield's crime rate in October 2025 fell to 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a 37.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.8 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a crime rate 68.8% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over October’s 31 days, reflecting a stark contrast to the UK’s much higher daily crime figures. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 423 residents, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. While the population of 6,347 residents means individual exposure remains low, the slight uptick in public order offences and bicycle theft suggests localized factors may be at play, warranting continued monitoring. The drop from October 2025’s rate to the previous month highlights the volatility of crime patterns in smaller communities, where even minor fluctuations can have outsized impacts on perceptions of safety.