Carterton Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 18,673 residents, Carterton's 45 reported crimes in January 2025 translate to a rate of 2.4 per 1,000 people—66.2% below the UK average of 7.1. This figure places the area among the safest in the country, though the distribution of crime types offers insight into local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences (18 cases, 40% of total) remain the most prevalent category, yet they are 60% below the UK average (2.5 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour (7 cases, 15.6%) and criminal damage (6 cases, 13.3%) follow, both significantly under UK rates. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributes to the overall decline, as outdoor crimes typically associated with busier months are curtailed. However, the surge in robbery (2 cases, 4.4%) and anti-social behaviour raises questions about localized factors, such as community tensions or policing focus areas. While property crimes (16 cases) make up 35.6% of the total, they remain well below UK averages for categories like shoplifting and other theft. The area's built-up nature within West Oxfordshire may influence crime patterns, with limited industrial activity and a focus on residential and retail zones potentially shaping the types of offences reported. These figures suggest that while Carterton's overall safety is commendable, targeted efforts to address specific increases—such as the rise in robbery—could further enhance community security.

January 2025 saw notable shifts in Carterton's crime profile, with robbery cases surging by 100% compared to the previous month. This increase—from zero to two incidents—contrasts sharply with a 43.8% decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 32 to 18 cases. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 75%, reflecting a 3-case increase to seven total reports, a trend that may correlate with post-holiday social dynamics. Meanwhile, other thefts dropped by 33.3% (from six to four), and drugs-related offences halved. These fluctuations highlight the area's vulnerability to specific seasonal pressures, such as the post-Christmas lull in retail activity reducing shoplifting but potentially increasing disputes in residential areas. The fact that violence and sexual offences remain 60% below the UK average (2.5 per 1,000) suggests that local factors, such as community cohesion or policing strategies, may be playing a role in mitigating more severe crime types.

Carterton's crime rate in January 2025 dropped to 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a 26.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.3. This decline aligns with typical post-holiday patterns, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may dampen opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day, a figure that reflects the low overall rate relative to the UK average. When considering the monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 415 residents over the course of January—a statistic that underscores the relatively safe environment in Carterton compared to national benchmarks. This monthly aggregate, while not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, offers residents a tangible sense of how crime is distributed across the local population. The shift from December to January also highlights seasonal influences, as the area's built-up character likely interacts with reduced foot traffic during winter months to lower crime rates.