Carterton Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Carterton's crime rate for October 2024 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.0% below the UK average of 8.1. This continued trend of low crime reflects the area's character as a built-up district within West Oxfordshire, where community cohesion and local policing strategies likely contribute to sustained safety. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46% of all incidents, followed by vehicle crime (15.9%) and shoplifting (15.9%). These figures contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.7 per 1,000), with Carterton's rate 40% lower. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and the Halloween period, may have influenced patterns, though the absence of significant spikes in anti-social behaviour or burglary suggests effective local interventions. The balance between property and violent crimes remains relatively even, with property crimes (29) matching violent crimes (29) in October. This equilibrium may reflect the area's mix of residential and commercial spaces, where retail premises and community hubs coexist. While the overall rate remains low, the persistence of violence and sexual offences at 1.6 per 1,000 highlights the need for targeted support in this category. The data also shows that shoplifting, at 0.5 per 1,000, is 31% below the UK average, consistent with the area's retail presence and likely robust security measures in local businesses. As the year progresses, monitoring how these patterns evolve alongside seasonal transitions and community initiatives will be crucial to maintaining this low crime environment.

October 2024 saw notable shifts in Carterton's crime profile, with several categories showing marked changes compared to September. Vehicle crime surged by 233.3%, rising from three incidents to ten, likely linked to seasonal travel patterns and increased vehicle movement during the autumn period. This increase contrasts with the 75% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which fell from four to one, possibly reflecting reduced vandalism during shorter daylight hours. Anti-social behaviour also declined sharply by 75%, dropping from 12 to three incidents, an outcome that may be attributed to local enforcement efforts or seasonal changes in community activity. Violence and sexual offences remained significantly below the UK average, with a rate of 1.6 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 2.7. This 40% gap underscores the effectiveness of local initiatives in addressing violent crime. The increase in theft from the person, which doubled from zero to one incident, highlights a small but emerging concern in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting maintained its position as a persistent issue, though still 31% below the UK average. These figures illustrate the combination of local characteristics and national trends, with Carterton's built-up environment and community-focused strategies appearing to moderate crime rates despite seasonal challenges.

Carterton's crime rate in October 2024 (3.4 per 1,000) marked a slight decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.5, reflecting a 3.2% reduction. This small but consistent decline aligns with the area's historical pattern of maintaining low crime levels despite seasonal fluctuations. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately two crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides residents with a tangible sense of the local crime frequency. When scaled to the population of 18,673, this translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 296 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate offers a broader perspective on the likelihood of encountering crime in Carterton, contextualising the statistics beyond raw numbers. Compared to the UK average, the area's performance is striking, with its crime rate 58% below the national figure. This disparity is particularly evident in categories such as anti-social behaviour, where Carterton's rate is 84% below the UK average, and burglary, which is 70% lower than the national figure. These figures suggest that local factors, including community engagement and environmental design, may be playing a role in deterring crime. The comparison also highlights the importance of maintaining current strategies, as even small increases in categories like vehicle crime could shift this balance if left unaddressed. For residents, the data reinforces that Carterton remains one of the safest built-up areas in the UK, though vigilance in emerging categories like theft from the person will be essential to preserving this status.