Crime Rate in Oakham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Oakham

The total recorded crimes in Oakham, Mansfield, UK in May 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oakham crime rate of 23.60 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 Oakham, encompassing approximately 2,838 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Shoplifting: (23) incidents (15.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (18.18% increase)
Oakham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 25
  • A60 with total crimes: 10
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 9

How safe is Oakham?

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

  • Relative to Mansfield:

    • In 2024, Oakham reported a higher crime volume than the Mansfield average, with 410 crimes compared to 342. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Oakham witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 35 other areas in the Mansfield.

    • In 2023, Oakham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mansfield average, with 427 crimes compared to 322. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Oakham witnessed more crimes than 26 out of 35 other areas in the Mansfield.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Oakham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Oakham has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 23.60 ranking 4th out of 35 in the Mansfield, UK

In 2024, the total Oakham crimes were 410. The crime rate of Oakham in 2024 was 144.43 (year) or 12.04 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Mansfield.

In 2023, the total crimes in Oakham were around 427 crimes with yearly crime rate of 150.42 (year) or 12.53 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Mansfield.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Oakham)CrimesRank (Oakham)CrimesRank (Oakham)
Portland140 11,272 11,210 1
Woodlands90 21,051 21,004 2
Newgate50 8692 7777 3
Ladybrook45 10799 3673 6
Carr Bank82 3792 4717 4
Oak Tree66 5694 6712 5
Broomhill65 6696 5613 7
Sandhurst54 7484 9515 8
Ransom Wood50 9641 8507 9
Park Hall45 11416 10372 11
Market Warsop34 15295 15361 12
Bull Farm and Pleasley Hill36 12374 12268 16
Yeoman Hill30 16323 13331 13
Brick Kiln36 13253 17258 17
Racecourse25 19314 14285 14
Sherwood34 14260 16254 18
Kingsway26 17220 19284 15
Warsop Carrs19 21234 18220 19
Woodhouse26 18178 24180 20
Berry Hill19 20201 20158 23
Newlands18 23197 21167 21
Netherfield15 25189 22162 22
Penniment18 22177 25147 24
Peafields7 31186 23140 25
Meden16 2475 3356 34
Lindhurst10 28106 29106 26
Holly13 26151 2690 30
Hornby10 27106 28102 27
Abbott9 29110 2793 29
Kings Walk6 3287 3298 28
Ling Forest5 3393 3084 31
Grange Farm9 3091 3169 32
Eakring2 3657 3568 33
Maun Valley4 3460 3453 35
Manor3 3518 3623 36

Oakham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (9 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 72 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 7.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 202510
March 20256
February 20255
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
September 20246
August 202418
July 20244

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 69 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 6.27 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202511
March 20254
February 20254
January 20257
December 20243
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 202410

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
July 20242

A total of 161 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 14.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 27 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202523
April 202520
March 202527
February 202517
January 202511
December 202417
November 20249
October 202410
September 20247
August 20247
July 202413

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
November 20245
October 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20246

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20244

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
November 20241
October 20242
July 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 11 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
September 20242

High Crime Locations Oakham in May 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total25
Shoplifting21
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
2. A60 (Map)
Total10
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Other theft1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft3
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting2
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour5
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Hermitage Way (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Hampton View (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Matlock Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Central Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Park View Way (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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