Crime Rate in Temple Cowley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Temple Cowley

The total recorded crimes in Temple Cowley, Oxford, UK in March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Temple Cowley crime rate of 1.76 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 Temple Cowley, encompassing approximately 11,350 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-44.44% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Temple Cowley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bennett Crescent with total crimes: 4
  • William Morris Close with total crimes: 2
  • Junction Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Temple Cowley?

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

  • Relative to Oxford:

    • In 2024, Temple Cowley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Oxford average, with 366 crimes compared to 895.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Temple Cowley recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 22 other cities.

    • In 2023, Temple Cowley had fewer crimes than the Oxford average, with 262 crimes compared to 785. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Temple Cowley recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 22 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Temple Cowley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Temple Cowley has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 1.76 ranking 23th out of 22 in the Oxford, UK

In 2024, the total Temple Cowley crimes were 366. The crime rate of Temple Cowley in 2024 was 32.24 (year) or 2.69 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the Oxford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Temple Cowley were around 262 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.08 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Oxford.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Oxford)CrimesRank (Oxford)CrimesRank (Oxford)
Carfax & Jericho245 13,530 12,725 1
Osney & St Thomas137 21,865 21,630 2
Cowley105 31,370 31,246 3
St Clement's65 101,107 51,235 4
Littlemore103 41,275 41,093 6
Headington100 51,098 61,100 5
Donnington95 6914 8719 11
Blackbird Leys59 12910 9931 7
Rose Hill & Iffley76 71,023 7648 12
Northfield Brook53 13896 10847 8
Hinksey Park73 8586 14502 15
St Mary's53 14823 11777 9
Quarry & Risinghurst65 9576 15552 14
Churchill60 11771 12733 10
Lye Valley47 15634 13645 13
Barton & Sandhills42 16520 16474 16
Marston32 17408 19423 17
Cutteslowe & Sunnymead27 19443 17379 18
Wolvercote25 22439 18358 19
Summertown29 18358 21269 21
Headington Hill & Northway26 20332 23317 20
Walton Manor26 21339 22198 23

Temple Cowley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Bicycle theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 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 (10 incidents) and then Bicycle theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 54 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20248
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 202414
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 16 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241
August 20242
April 20242

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
June 20246
April 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
June 20244

A total of 128 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20259
January 20256
December 20245
November 202410
October 202410
September 20246
August 202410
July 202417
June 202422
May 202412
April 202416

A total of 25 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20248
November 20242
October 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20246
July 20242
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Temple Cowley in March 2025

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

1. Bennett Crescent (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Drugs1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
2. William Morris Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
3. Junction Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
4. Owens Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Police Station (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Salesian Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Hopkins Court (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
8. Silkdale Close (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
9. Temple Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Agnes Court (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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