Crime Rate in Kidlington East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kidlington East

The total recorded crimes in Kidlington East, Cherwell, UK in March 2025 are around 58 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kidlington East crime rate of 2.91 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 Kidlington East, encompassing approximately 19,928 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (25) incidents (92.31% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (50.00% increase)
Kidlington East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 8
  • Newport Close with total crimes: 4
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 2

How safe is Kidlington East?

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

  • Relative to Cherwell:

    • In 2024, Kidlington East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cherwell average, with 658 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kidlington East recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Kidlington East had fewer crimes than the Cherwell average, with 667 crimes compared to 802. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Kidlington East witnessed more crimes than 8 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cherwell, Kidlington East has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Kidlington East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Kidlington East has recorded 58 crimes with crime rate of 2.91 ranking 7th out of 15 in the Cherwell, UK

In 2024, the total Kidlington East crimes were 658. The crime rate of Kidlington East in 2024 was 33.02 (year) or 2.75 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Cherwell.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kidlington East were around 667 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.47 (year) or 2.79 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Cherwell.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cherwell)CrimesRank (Cherwell)CrimesRank (Cherwell)
Banbury Cross and Neithrop225 12,884 12,508 1
Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown75 51,160 41,214 2
Bicester South and Ambrosden129 21,560 21,014 4
Banbury Ruscote86 31,070 51,132 3
Bicester East84 41,252 3865 6
Launton and Otmoor51 9927 6905 5
Fringford and Heyfords64 6887 7591 10
Bicester North and Caversfield49 10782 8772 7
Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton52 8533 11315 16
Banbury Hardwick47 12720 9631 9
Bicester West40 14504 13501 11
Kidlington West47 11502 14478 12
Banbury Calthorpe and Easington46 13519 12441 13
Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote25 16455 15401 14
Deddington32 15425 16389 15

Kidlington East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft 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 September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (9 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242
May 20243

A total of 51 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20244
September 20245
August 20245
July 20245
June 202414
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 238 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202525
February 202513
January 202517
December 202420
November 202416
October 202412
September 202416
August 202415
July 202423
June 202450
May 202419
April 202412

A total of 89 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20254
January 20259
December 20249
November 20247
October 20243
September 20243
August 20244
July 20247
June 202420
May 20248
April 20249

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
December 20244
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 59 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20253
January 20253
December 20248
November 20246
October 20245
September 20244
August 20244
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20248

A total of 46 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20248
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20246
June 202410
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 51 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20247
July 20243
June 202414
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20242
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 15 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Kidlington East in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total8
Shoplifting5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Newport Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Lock Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Queens Avenue (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Kingsway Drive (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
7. Bramley Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Water Eaton Lane (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime2
9. Holy Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Ash Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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