Eynsham Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Eynsham's crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, 48.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked safety, consistent with Eynsham's status as a small built-up area within West Oxfordshire, is underscored by the dominance of violence and sexual offences (11 incidents, 42.3% of total crimes) and other theft (6 incidents, 23.1%). Seasonal factors likely contributed to the landscape: Easter-related activity and spring weather may have increased outdoor presence, potentially influencing crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences, though reduced from 14 in March to 11, remain 34% below the UK average, a trend consistent with Eynsham's generally low violent crime profile. Other theft, however, surged 200% month-on-month, reaching 6 incidents—61% above the UK average for this category. This anomaly may reflect localized pressures, such as targeted retail areas or increased transient populations during Easter. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, mirroring the 200% increase in criminal damage and arson. These spikes contrast with the UK's generally lower rates for these categories, suggesting Eynsham's unique social dynamics. The area's low burglary rate (1 incident, 3.9% of total) and vehicle crime rate (1 incident, 57% below the UK average) reinforce its safety profile, though the 200% rise in property-related crimes demands scrutiny. As a small, rural-adjacent community, Eynsham's crime picture reflects a balance between low overall rates and occasional spikes tied to seasonal events.

April 2024 saw a 200% increase in other theft, anti-social behaviour, and criminal damage and arson compared to March. This surge in property-related crimes—other theft alone rising from 2 to 6—suggests heightened vulnerability in specific areas, potentially linked to Easter-related activity or increased foot traffic. Conversely, violent crime decreased by 21.4%, with violence and sexual offences dropping from 14 to 11, though this remains 34% below the UK average. Other theft in Eynsham is 61% higher than the UK average (0.6 vs 0.9 per 1,000), a disparity that may reflect local demographics or economic factors. Meanwhile, burglary fell sharply by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, aligning with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. Residents should be particularly vigilant around public spaces during Easter weekends, given the spike in property crimes.

Eynsham's crime rate rose by 8.4% in April 2024 compared to March, moving from 3.7 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in April, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 249 residents. When considering the population of 6,475, this means residents face a relatively low risk compared to national averages, but the upward trend warrants attention. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that while Eynsham remains significantly safer than the UK average, the 8.4% increase may reflect seasonal factors or localized pressures. For context, the UK average crime rate is 7.7 per 1,000, nearly double Eynsham's current rate, but the 48.1% gap persists. This comparison underscores the area's continued safety, even as small fluctuations occur.