Crime Rate in Oakley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Oakley

The total recorded crimes in Oakley, Cheltenham, UK in March 2025 are around 63 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oakley crime rate of 1.42 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Oakley, encompassing approximately 44,334 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
Oakley Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Selkirk Gardens with total crimes: 8
  • Pennine Road with total crimes: 5
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Oakley?

To understand the safety of Oakley, we need to analyze Oakley crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cheltenham:

    • In 2024, Oakley reported a higher crime volume than the Cheltenham average, with 692 crimes compared to 683. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Additionally, Oakley recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other cities.

    • In 2023, Oakley had fewer crimes than the Cheltenham average, with 676 crimes compared to 697. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Oakley recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 19 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cheltenham, Oakley has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Oakley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Oakley has recorded 63 crimes with crime rate of 2.08 ranking 9th out of 19 in the Cheltenham, UK

In 2024, the total Oakley crimes were 692. The crime rate of Oakley in 2024 was 20.64 (year) or 1.72 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Cheltenham.

In 2023, the total crimes in Oakley were around 676 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.71 (year) or 1.73 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Cheltenham.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cheltenham)CrimesRank (Cheltenham)CrimesRank (Cheltenham)
St Paul's90 41,210 31,427 1
College91 31,476 11,376 2
Lansdown157 11,424 21,363 3
All Saints96 21,027 41,058 5
St Mark's87 5887 71,080 4
Swindon Village78 7993 5921 8
St Peter's79 6970 6977 6
Hesters Way70 8869 8963 7
Pittville56 10795 9759 9
Springbank55 11696 10719 10
Benhall and The Reddings29 16400 13420 12
Park32 14404 12371 14
Prestbury41 12305 15301 15
Charlton Kings39 13321 14395 13
Battledown30 15256 18239 18
Warden Hill15 20285 16258 16
Up Hatherley23 17281 17244 17
Leckhampton20 18215 19195 19
Charlton Park18 19151 20191 20

Oakley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (46 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (32 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 274 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202514
January 202515
December 202428
November 202424
October 202426
September 202416
August 202425
July 202416
June 202446
May 202422
April 202416

A total of 130 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20256
December 20246
November 202411
October 202411
September 20246
August 202418
July 202412
June 202432
May 20245
April 20249

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 36 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 52 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20246
August 20243
July 20245
June 202418
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20247
July 20246
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 56 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20246
October 20248
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20243
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
July 20243

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
June 20246

High Crime Locations Oakley in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Oakley postcode area is presented below.

1. Selkirk Gardens (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Pennine Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Theft from the person1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Whaddon Road (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Vehicle crime1
5. Evenlode Avenue (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
6. Whaddon Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Tamar Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Severn Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bowen Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cheviot Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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