Carterton Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a continuation of Carterton's consistently low crime profile, with a rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents—43.5% below the UK average. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 56.2% of all reported incidents, followed by other theft (9%) and anti-social behaviour (9%). This distribution aligns with the area's characteristics as a built-up zone within West Oxfordshire, where retail and community spaces may contribute to specific crime patterns. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may influence both criminal activity and police visibility, though no direct correlations are evident in the data. Anti-social behaviour rates in Carterton were 73% below the UK average, a figure that could reflect the area's relatively tight-knit community structure. While property crimes remained low (17 incidents, or 1.9% of total crimes), the dominance of violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in this category. The overall crime rate, though modest, reflects a balance between the area's rural-urban hybrid nature and its position within a broader regional context. As the summer progresses, further analysis of how tourism and seasonal events impact local crime patterns will be critical for maintaining this low-rate trajectory.

The most striking change in June 2023 was the 300% increase in 'other theft' crimes, which rose from 2 to 8 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in drug-related offences (from 0 to 6), signals a sharp shift in criminal activity. Violent crimes, which accounted for 56.2% of all reported incidents, remained 8% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting localised factors may temper broader national trends. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 70.6% (from 17 to 5), a decline that could reflect seasonal changes or targeted policing efforts. The 43% increase in drug offences compared to the UK average (0.2 per 1,000) raises questions about local dynamics from the data alone. These shifts underscore the need for ongoing monitoring of emerging crime patterns in Carterton.

Carterton's crime rate in June 2023 dropped by 23.9% compared to May's 6.3 per 1,000, reflecting a continuing downward trend. This reduction places the area's monthly crime exposure at one reported crime for every 210 residents, a figure that contextualises the safety of the built-up area within West Oxfordshire. Daily crime statistics show an average of three incidents per day over the 30-day period, a manageable frequency that contrasts with larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Carterton's 18,673 residents experienced a crime rate 43.5% below the UK average, highlighting the area's relative security. This consistent underperformance compared to national benchmarks suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or infrastructure—may contribute to lower crime levels, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these connections.