Crime Rate in Sandford & the Wittenhams: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sandford & the Wittenhams

The total recorded crimes in Sandford & the Wittenhams, South Oxfordshire, UK in July 2025 are around 24 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sandford & the Wittenhams crime rate of 55.87 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 Sandford & the Wittenhams, encompassing approximately 429 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
Sandford & the Wittenhams Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lady Grove with total crimes: 5
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Henley Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Sandford & the Wittenhams?

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

  • Relative to South Oxfordshire:

    • In 2024, Sandford & the Wittenhams demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Oxfordshire average, with 162 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sandford & the Wittenhams recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

    • In 2023, Sandford & the Wittenhams had fewer crimes than the South Oxfordshire average, with 166 crimes compared to 393. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sandford & the Wittenhams recorded fewer crimes than 15 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Oxfordshire, Sandford & the Wittenhams has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Sandford & the Wittenhams Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Sandford & the Wittenhams has recorded 24 crimes with crime rate of 55.87 ranking 13th out of 20 in the South Oxfordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Sandford & the Wittenhams crimes were 162. The crime rate of Sandford & the Wittenhams in 2024 was 377.09 (year) or 31.42 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sandford & the Wittenhams were around 166 crimes with yearly crime rate of 386.41 (year) or 32.20 (month) ranking 16 most dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sandford & the Wittenhams)CrimesRank (Sandford & the Wittenhams)CrimesRank (Sandford & the Wittenhams)
Henley-on-Thames88 2896 4901 1
Forest Hill & Holton60 51,070 1836 2
Didcot West100 11,022 2791 4
Thame71 3654 5811 3
Didcot South64 4910 3767 5
Wallingford54 6535 6523 6
Woodcote & Rotherfield31 10416 8469 7
Didcot North East30 11444 7424 8
Chinnor38 7398 11375 9
Benson & Crowmarsh35 8415 10347 10
Cholsey32 9415 9311 11
Sonning Common28 12313 12273 12
Berinsfield13 17249 13215 13
Watlington14 16227 14184 14
Wheatley20 14208 15176 15
Garsington & Horspath14 15129 18163 18
Haseley Brook10 20190 16164 17
Goring13 18126 19147 19
Chalgrove11 19113 2090 21
Kidmore End & Whitchurch9 2183 21116 20

Sandford & the Wittenhams 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 9 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (2 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 Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other theft 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 4 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences 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 Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20251
April 20255
January 20252
December 20243
August 20241

A total of 70 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20254
April 20257
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 20249
September 20243
August 20248

A total of 19 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 22 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
September 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
September 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251

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

MonthCount
January 20251

High Crime Locations Sandford & the Wittenhams in July 2025

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

1. Lady Grove (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Henley Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
4. Thame Lane (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Yeftly Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Yew Tree Courtyard (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Westfield Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. The Glebe (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. The Burycroft (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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