Crime Rate in Bicester North and Caversfield: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bicester North and Caversfield

The total recorded crimes in Bicester North and Caversfield, Cherwell, UK in July 2025 are around 74 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bicester North and Caversfield crime rate of 4.02 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 Bicester North and Caversfield, encompassing approximately 18,404 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Other theft: (28) incidents (3.70% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (125.00% increase)
Bicester North and Caversfield Crime Hotspots

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

  • Motorway Service Area with total crimes: 25
  • Lemongrass Road with total crimes: 6
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4

How safe is Bicester North and Caversfield?

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

  • Relative to Cherwell:

    • In 2024, Bicester North and Caversfield demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cherwell average, with 782 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Bicester North and Caversfield witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 15 other areas in the Cherwell.

    • In 2023, Bicester North and Caversfield had fewer crimes than the Cherwell average, with 772 crimes compared to 802. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Bicester North and Caversfield witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 15 other areas in the Cherwell.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cherwell, Bicester North and Caversfield has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bicester North and Caversfield Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Bicester North and Caversfield has recorded 74 crimes with crime rate of 4.02 ranking 8th out of 15 in the Cherwell, UK

In 2024, the total Bicester North and Caversfield crimes were 782. The crime rate of Bicester North and Caversfield in 2024 was 42.49 (year) or 3.54 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Cherwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bicester North and Caversfield were around 772 crimes with yearly crime rate of 41.95 (year) or 3.50 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Cherwell.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bicester North and Caversfield)CrimesRank (Bicester North and Caversfield)CrimesRank (Bicester North and Caversfield)
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
Fringford and Heyfords82 7887 7591 10
Kidlington East51 12658 10667 8
Banbury Hardwick46 16720 9631 9
Bicester West67 9504 13501 11
Banbury Calthorpe and Easington53 10519 12441 13
Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton48 14533 11315 16
Deddington53 11425 16389 15
Kidlington West49 13502 14478 12
Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote46 15455 15401 14

Bicester North and Caversfield Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (27 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (17 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (20 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (24 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (20 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20254
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 249 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202528
June 202527
May 202511
April 202517
March 202520
February 202517
January 202513
December 202423
November 202424
October 202423
September 202426
August 202420

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20252
April 20254
March 20253
February 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20244

A total of 201 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202518
May 202520
April 202520
March 202515
February 20258
January 202515
December 202414
November 202417
October 202418
September 202424
August 202410

A total of 45 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
April 20256
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20247

A total of 55 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20253
January 202514
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 202419
August 20241

A total of 40 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20254
April 20258
March 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20253
February 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251

A total of 3 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
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241

High Crime Locations Bicester North and Caversfield in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Bicester North and Caversfield postcode area is presented below.

1. Motorway Service Area (Map)
Total25
Other theft22
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Lemongrass Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Other theft3
Vehicle crime1
4. Restharrow Mead (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
6. Bluebell Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Holm Way (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
8. Harebell Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lucerne Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Orchid Close (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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