Chipping Norton Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a continued period of low crime in Chipping Norton, with an overall rate of 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents — 46.6% below the UK average of 7.3. This built-up area within West Oxfordshire maintains a safety profile that contrasts sharply with national trends, particularly in violent crime categories where violence and sexual offences accounted for 50% of all reported incidents, yet remained 26% below the UK average. The seasonal context of November, with its dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday, may have influenced certain patterns, though the overall low rate suggests that the area’s character as a relatively quiet, rural-adjacent community plays a significant role. Property crimes accounted for 25% of the total (7 incidents), but this was dwarfed by the 14 violent crimes reported, which may reflect the limited commercial and nightlife activity typical of smaller towns. Public order offences rose slightly above the UK average, linked to the increased foot traffic during shopping events, while anti-social behaviour and shoplifting remained well below national levels. These figures illustrate how local factors — such as the absence of large retail hubs or late-night entertainment venues — contribute to the town’s distinct crime profile. The data also highlights the importance of contextualising statistics within both seasonal rhythms and the area’s specific demographic and geographic characteristics, which may help explain why Chipping Norton consistently performs so differently from the UK average.

November 2025 brought notable shifts in crime patterns for Chipping Norton, with vehicle crime and bicycle theft both doubling from zero to three and one incidents respectively — a stark increase that may reflect seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and increased vehicle movement during Black Friday shopping. This rise contrasts with a 17.6% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which remained 26% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 50%, from six to three incidents, potentially linked to the quieter pace of life in this built-up area compared to larger towns. Public order offences, however, rose 28% above the UK average, suggesting a possible uptick in disruptions during the month. These changes highlight a combination of local conditions and national trends, with some categories aligning closely with the UK profile while others deviate significantly. For residents, the sharp increase in vehicle crime is a concrete data point worth monitoring, particularly as it affects daily safety in a community where car ownership is common.

Chipping Norton's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 24.3% compared to October, reflecting a continued downward trend in local crime. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents — 46.6% below the national average of 7.3. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 258 residents, a figure that underscores the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime data shows an average of one crime per day across 30 days, a rate that is significantly lower than many comparable towns. This context is particularly meaningful for residents, as it suggests that the likelihood of encountering crime in Chipping Norton remains minimal compared to both the UK average and local historical patterns. The population of 7,234 further contextualises these figures, highlighting how even small absolute numbers translate to a low risk per individual. This consistent safety record may be partly attributed to the town’s character as a relatively quiet, rural-adjacent community with limited nightlife and commercial activity compared to larger urban centres.