Crime Rate in Oakham South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Oakham South

The total recorded crimes in Oakham South, Rutland, UK in March 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Oakham South crime rate of 5.71 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 South, encompassing approximately 3,676 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Oakham South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Graffham Drive with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • The Sidings with total crimes: 3

How safe is Oakham South?

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

  • Relative to Rutland:

    • In 2024, Oakham South reported a higher crime volume than the Rutland average, with 248 crimes compared to 138. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Oakham South witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.

    • In 2023, Oakham South experienced a greater number of crimes than the Rutland average, with 175 crimes compared to 116. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Oakham South witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 14 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Oakham South Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Oakham South has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 5.71 ranking 1th out of 14 in the Rutland, UK

In 2024, the total Oakham South crimes were 248. The crime rate of Oakham South in 2024 was 67.45 (year) or 5.62 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the Rutland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Oakham South were around 175 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.60 (year) or 3.97 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the Rutland.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rutland)CrimesRank (Rutland)CrimesRank (Rutland)
Oakham North East18 2251 2256 1
Uppingham12 5274 1250 2
Greetham18 3221 4173 4
Oakham North West13 4177 6146 5
Barleythorpe10 6192 583 10
Ryhall & Casterton7 12123 8109 6
Normanton7 11124 7107 7
Exton8 793 1058 13
Braunston & Martinsthorpe8 878 1194 8
Ketton2 1571 1283 9
Cottesmore7 996 966 11
Whissendine7 1039 1434 15
Langham3 1448 1365 12
Lyddington5 1338 1538 14

Oakham South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 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 (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20256
December 20249
November 20245
October 20244
September 20246
August 20247
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 82 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20256
January 20259
December 20247
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20246
July 20247
June 202410
May 202412
April 20246

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
May 20242

A total of 18 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
November 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20242
October 20241
June 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
December 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Oakham South in March 2025

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

1. Graffham Drive (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Sidings (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Brooke Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Nene Crescent (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Derwent Drive (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Buckingham Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Lethbridge Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Cricket Lawns (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Stamford Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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