Crime Rate in Marston: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Marston

The total recorded crimes in Marston, Oxford, UK in July 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Marston crime rate of 4.25 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 Marston, encompassing approximately 7,993 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (500.00% increase)
Marston Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 9
  • Heather Place with total crimes: 5
  • Windsor Crescent with total crimes: 2

How safe is Marston?

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

  • Relative to Oxford:

    • In 2024, Marston demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Oxford average, with 408 crimes compared to 895.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Marston recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 22 other areas in the Oxford.

    • In 2023, Marston had fewer crimes than the Oxford average, with 423 crimes compared to 785. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Marston recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 22 other areas in the Oxford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Oxford, Marston has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Marston Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Marston has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 4.25 ranking 17th out of 22 in the Oxford, UK

In 2024, the total Marston crimes were 408. The crime rate of Marston in 2024 was 51.04 (year) or 4.25 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Oxford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Marston were around 423 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.92 (year) or 4.41 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the Oxford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Marston)CrimesRank (Marston)CrimesRank (Marston)
Carfax & Jericho251 13,530 12,725 1
Osney & St Thomas155 21,865 21,630 2
Cowley112 41,370 31,246 3
Headington115 31,098 61,100 5
St Clement's78 81,107 51,235 4
Littlemore99 51,275 41,093 6
Lye Valley95 6634 13645 13
Blackbird Leys79 7910 9931 7
Rose Hill & Iffley57 141,023 7648 12
Northfield Brook61 12896 10847 8
Donnington78 9914 8719 11
St Mary's60 13823 11777 9
Churchill67 11771 12733 10
Hinksey Park68 10586 14502 15
Quarry & Risinghurst56 15576 15552 14
Barton & Sandhills37 16520 16474 16
Cutteslowe & Sunnymead32 18443 17379 18
Wolvercote28 21439 18358 19
Temple Cowley30 19366 20262 22
Headington Hill & Northway26 22332 23317 20
Walton Manor30 20339 22198 23
Summertown16 23358 21269 21

Marston 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 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 Other theft (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 31 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20255
April 20254
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 111 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202512
June 202510
May 202518
April 20253
March 20259
February 20256
January 20256
December 20246
November 202411
October 20248
September 202416
August 20246

A total of 42 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.20 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20253
May 20253
April 20258
March 20255
February 20254
November 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 53 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 202515
April 20259
March 20254
February 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245

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

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251

A total of 23 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 32 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20242
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20252
February 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243

A total of 13 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Marston in July 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total9
Shoplifting6
Public order2
Robbery1
2. Heather Place (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Windsor Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Cavendish Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Arlington Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Fairfax Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Ewin Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Edgeway Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
9. Boults Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Oxford Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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