Crime Rate in Oatlands & Pannal: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Oatlands & Pannal

The total recorded crimes in Oatlands & Pannal, Harrogate, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oatlands & Pannal crime rate of 2.12 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 Oatlands & Pannal, encompassing approximately 11,782 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Drugs: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Oatlands & Pannal Crime Hotspots

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

  • Almsford Walk with total crimes: 4
  • Grey Street with total crimes: 3
  • Wensley Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Oatlands & Pannal?

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

  • Relative to Harrogate:

    • In 2024, Oatlands & Pannal demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Harrogate average, with 265 crimes compared to 474.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Oatlands & Pannal recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the Harrogate.

    • In 2023, Oatlands & Pannal had fewer crimes than the Harrogate average, with 280 crimes compared to 561. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Oatlands & Pannal recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 20 other areas in the Harrogate.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Harrogate, Oatlands & Pannal has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Oatlands & Pannal Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Oatlands & Pannal has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 2.12 ranking 17th out of 20 in the Harrogate, UK

In 2024, the total Oatlands & Pannal crimes were 265. The crime rate of Oatlands & Pannal in 2024 was 22.49 (year) or 1.87 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Harrogate.

In 2023, the total crimes in Oatlands & Pannal were around 280 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.77 (year) or 1.98 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Harrogate.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Oatlands & Pannal)CrimesRank (Oatlands & Pannal)CrimesRank (Oatlands & Pannal)
Valley Gardens & Central Harrogate116 11,629 11,920 1
High Harrogate & Kingsley58 4771 3969 2
Ouseburn50 9786 2871 3
Fairfax & Starbeck79 2570 4673 5
Knaresborough West62 3511 7560 8
Ripon Minster & Moorside52 7569 5871 4
Bilton & Nidd Gorge56 5395 10492 10
Washburn & Birstwith14 21537 6604 6
Killinghall, Hampsthwaite & Saltergate54 6507 8531 9
Coppice Valley & Duchy51 8442 9580 7
Ripon Ure Bank & Spa50 10355 13429 12
Stray, Woodlands & Hookstone40 13343 15480 11
Spofforth with Lower Wharfedale & Tockwith33 14383 11310 17
Boroughbridge & Claro45 11352 14406 14
Knaresborough East44 12382 12418 13
Harlow & St. Georges22 18302 16371 15
Wathvale & Bishop Monkton29 15269 17303 18
Bilton Grange & New Park19 19258 19320 16
Pateley Bridge & Nidderdale25 16187 20226 20
Masham & Fountains18 20137 21163 21

Oatlands & Pannal 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 11 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

In November 2024, Other theft recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 53 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 6.62 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20259
May 20258
April 20255
March 20256
October 20244
September 20243
August 20247

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20252
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
September 20241

A total of 35 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 4.38 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20254
April 20255
March 20259
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 5.38 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20254
October 20247
September 202413
August 20243

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
March 20251
October 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20251
October 20241
September 20244

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
August 20241

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20254
September 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 9 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Oatlands & Pannal in July 2025

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

1. Almsford Walk (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Grey Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Wensley Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
4. Birchwood Mews (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other crime1
5. Beech Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
6. Coronation Grove (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
8. Thirkill Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Blackthorn Lane (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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