Crime Rate in Banbury Calthorpe and Easington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Banbury Calthorpe and Easington

The total recorded crimes in Banbury Calthorpe and Easington, Cherwell, UK in July 2025 are around 53 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Banbury Calthorpe and Easington crime rate of 5.08 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 Banbury Calthorpe and Easington, encompassing approximately 10,436 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (23.08% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Banbury Calthorpe and Easington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ford Crescent with total crimes: 4
  • Woodhall Drive with total crimes: 4
  • Bloxham Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Banbury Calthorpe and Easington?

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

  • Relative to Cherwell:

    • In 2024, Banbury Calthorpe and Easington demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cherwell average, with 519 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Banbury Calthorpe and Easington recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 15 other areas in the Cherwell.

    • In 2023, Banbury Calthorpe and Easington had fewer crimes than the Cherwell average, with 441 crimes compared to 802. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Banbury Calthorpe and Easington recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 15 other areas in the Cherwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cherwell, Banbury Calthorpe and Easington has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Banbury Calthorpe and Easington Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Banbury Calthorpe and Easington has recorded 53 crimes with crime rate of 5.08 ranking 10th out of 15 in the Cherwell, UK

In 2024, the total Banbury Calthorpe and Easington crimes were 519. The crime rate of Banbury Calthorpe and Easington in 2024 was 49.73 (year) or 4.14 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Cherwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Banbury Calthorpe and Easington were around 441 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.26 (year) or 3.52 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Cherwell.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Banbury Calthorpe and Easington)CrimesRank (Banbury Calthorpe and Easington)CrimesRank (Banbury Calthorpe and Easington)
Banbury Cross and Neithrop205 12,884 12,508 1
Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown93 51,160 41,214 2
Bicester South and Ambrosden125 21,560 21,014 4
Banbury Ruscote109 31,070 51,132 3
Bicester East84 61,252 3865 6
Launton and Otmoor105 4927 6905 5
Bicester North and Caversfield74 8782 8772 7
Fringford and Heyfords82 7887 7591 10
Kidlington East51 12658 10667 8
Banbury Hardwick46 16720 9631 9
Bicester West67 9504 13501 11
Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton48 14533 11315 16
Deddington53 11425 16389 15
Kidlington West49 13502 14478 12
Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote46 15455 15401 14

Banbury Calthorpe and Easington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (25 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (17 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.82 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 270 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202532
June 202526
May 202525
April 202517
March 202527
February 202521
January 202512
December 202430
November 202422
October 202416
September 202422
August 202420

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
December 20247
November 20241
October 20246
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20255
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 34 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20254
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20253
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 35 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20252
February 20258
January 202510
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20259
December 202410
November 20247
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20252
January 20252
August 20241

High Crime Locations Banbury Calthorpe and Easington in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Banbury Calthorpe and Easington postcode area is presented below.

1. Ford Crescent (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Woodhall Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Bloxham Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
5. Caldwell Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Lansdown Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Wheatley Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
8. Badger Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Jaynes Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Oxford Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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