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 March 2025 are around 27 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sandford & the Wittenhams crime rate of 62.85 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Sandford & the Wittenhams Crime Hotspots

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

  • High Street with total crimes: 4
  • Abingdon Road with total crimes: 2
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Sandford & the Wittenhams has recorded 27 crimes with crime rate of 62.85 ranking 11th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Oxfordshire)CrimesRank (South Oxfordshire)CrimesRank (South Oxfordshire)
Henley-on-Thames68 4896 4901 1
Forest Hill & Holton69 31,070 1836 2
Didcot South93 1910 3767 5
Didcot West76 21,022 2791 4
Thame39 7654 5811 3
Wallingford57 5535 6523 6
Didcot North East41 6444 7424 8
Woodcote & Rotherfield29 9416 8469 7
Cholsey32 8415 9311 11
Chinnor28 10398 11375 9
Benson & Crowmarsh20 14415 10347 10
Sonning Common16 15313 12273 12
Watlington25 12227 14184 14
Berinsfield24 13249 13215 13
Wheatley14 16208 15176 15
Haseley Brook10 19190 16164 17
Garsington & Horspath13 17129 18163 18
Chalgrove11 18113 2090 21
Goring8 20126 19147 19
Kidmore End & Whitchurch5 2183 21116 20

Sandford & the Wittenhams Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 67 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 20249
September 20243
August 20248
July 20245
June 202412
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244

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 17 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

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

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20244
June 20242

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 8 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 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
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241

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

A total of 11 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20243
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Sandford & the Wittenhams in March 2025

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

1. High Street (Map)
Total4
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Other theft1
2. Abingdon Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1
4. The Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
5. A423 (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Burra Close (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Vehicle crime1
7. Yew Tree Courtyard (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Lady Grove (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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