Chipping Norton Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chipping Norton's crime rate in June 2024 was 7.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 7.3% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This performance reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal dynamics typical of a small built-up area in West Oxfordshire. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 36.4% of all incidents, followed closely by anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime (each 12.7%). The latter category's rate—1.0 per 1,000—was 122% above the UK average, potentially linked to the town's proximity to major roads and limited vehicle security measures. Seasonal context suggests that as June marks the start of summer, increased foot traffic in local amenities and the onset of tourism may have influenced crime patterns. Anti-social behaviour incidents—often tied to alcohol-related incidents in public spaces—fell by 22.2% month-on-month, due to targeted policing efforts around the summer solstice. The town's lower-than-average burglary rate (0.4 per 1,000) may be attributed to its relatively low-density housing stock and strong community engagement initiatives. While violent crime rates remained consistent with the UK average, the concentration of incidents in specific areas—such as the town centre—suggests the need for targeted prevention strategies. The overall picture illustrates a balanced crime profile for a small Oxfordshire community, where localised efforts appear to mitigate broader national trends.

June 2024 saw notable decreases in shoplifting, which fell by 44.4% compared to May, and anti-social behaviour, down 22.2%. These declines may reflect the start of summer holidays reducing foot traffic in retail areas. Conversely, other crime categories showed marked increases: 'other crime' rose 100% as three new incidents were recorded, and burglary doubled from zero to three cases. Vehicle crime and other theft both exceeded UK averages by over 100%, highlighting vulnerabilities in local vehicle security and personal property protection. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 36.4% of all crimes, though their rate (2.8 per 1,000) was in line with the UK average. The sharp rise in 'other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified incidents—suggests potential gaps in reporting or evolving criminal tactics that warrant local law enforcement attention.

Chipping Norton's crime rate in June 2024 remained stable at 7.6 per 1,000 residents, matching the same figure recorded in May. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the town's small population and low-density development. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 132 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local community. With a population of 7,234, the town's crime profile remains lower than the UK average, though certain categories—like vehicle crime—show marked deviations. The stability in crime rates contrasts with broader UK trends, where seasonal fluctuations often drive sharper month-on-month changes. This suggests Chipping Norton's crime dynamics are influenced by local factors rather than national seasonal patterns, such as the start of summer tourism or retail activity.