The total recorded crimes in Oadby Woodlands, Oadby and Wigston, UK in May 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oadby Woodlands crime rate of 1.38 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 Oadby Woodlands, encompassing approximately 8,702 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Oadby Woodlands, we need to analyze Oadby Woodlands crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Oadby and Wigston:
In 2024, Oadby Woodlands demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Oadby and Wigston average, with 166 crimes compared to 448.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Oadby Woodlands recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 9 other areas in the Oadby and Wigston.
In 2023, Oadby Woodlands had fewer crimes than the Oadby and Wigston average, with 183 crimes compared to 429. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Oadby Woodlands recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 9 other areas in the Oadby and Wigston.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Oadby and Wigston, Oadby Woodlands has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In May 2025 the Oadby Woodlands has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 1.38 ranking 10th out of 9 in the Oadby and Wigston, UK
In 2024, the total Oadby Woodlands crimes were 166. The crime rate of Oadby Woodlands in 2024 was 19.07 (year) or 1.59 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Oadby and Wigston.
In 2023, the total crimes in Oadby Woodlands were around 183 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.03 (year) or 1.75 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Oadby and Wigston.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Oadby Woodlands) | Crimes | Rank (Oadby Woodlands) | Crimes | Rank (Oadby Woodlands) | |
| South Wigston | 99 | 1 | 1,082 | 1 | 908 | 1 |
| Wigston All Saints | 62 | 2 | 653 | 2 | 574 | 2 |
| Oadby St Peter's | 39 | 3 | 535 | 4 | 512 | 3 |
| Wigston Fields | 34 | 4 | 543 | 3 | 471 | 4 |
| Wigston St Wolstan's | 24 | 7 | 363 | 5 | 460 | 5 |
| Oadby Grange | 28 | 5 | 349 | 6 | 278 | 8 |
| Wigston Meadowcourt | 24 | 8 | 329 | 7 | 413 | 6 |
| Oadby Brocks Hill | 25 | 6 | 290 | 8 | 341 | 7 |
| Oadby Uplands | 13 | 9 | 174 | 9 | 150 | 10 |
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (1 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (8 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 85 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.54 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 9 |
| April 2025 | 7 |
| March 2025 | 5 |
| February 2025 | 5 |
| January 2025 | 6 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| November 2024 | 11 |
| October 2024 | 5 |
| September 2024 | 9 |
| August 2024 | 4 |
| July 2024 | 8 |
| June 2024 | 8 |
| May 2024 | 5 |
A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 2 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 2 |
A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 5 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 4 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 13 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| April 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 2 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 8 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Oadby Woodlands postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 3 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 3 |
| Total | 2 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 2 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Public order | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Other crime | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |