Crime Rate in Garsington & Horspath: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Garsington & Horspath

The total recorded crimes in Garsington & Horspath, South Oxfordshire, UK in July 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Garsington & Horspath crime rate of 30.34 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 Garsington & Horspath, encompassing approximately 461 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Garsington & Horspath Crime Hotspots

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

  • Gateley with total crimes: 4
  • Hill Rise with total crimes: 1
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Garsington & Horspath?

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

  • Relative to South Oxfordshire:

    • In 2024, Garsington & Horspath demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Oxfordshire average, with 129 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Garsington & Horspath recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

    • In 2023, Garsington & Horspath had fewer crimes than the South Oxfordshire average, with 163 crimes compared to 393. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Garsington & Horspath recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 20 other areas in the South Oxfordshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Garsington & Horspath Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Garsington & Horspath has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 30.34 ranking 15th out of 20 in the South Oxfordshire, UK

In 2024, the total Garsington & Horspath crimes were 129. The crime rate of Garsington & Horspath in 2024 was 279.52 (year) or 23.29 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Garsington & Horspath were around 163 crimes with yearly crime rate of 353.20 (year) or 29.43 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the South Oxfordshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Garsington & Horspath)CrimesRank (Garsington & Horspath)CrimesRank (Garsington & Horspath)
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
Sandford & the Wittenhams24 13162 17166 16
Watlington14 16227 14184 14
Wheatley20 14208 15176 15
Haseley Brook10 20190 16164 17
Goring13 18126 19147 19
Chalgrove11 19113 2090 21
Kidmore End & Whitchurch9 2183 21116 20

Garsington & Horspath 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 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 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 (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson 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 Public order (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 21 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20244
August 20244

A total of 58 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20256
May 20254
April 20253
March 20257
February 20254
January 20258
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20253
March 20251
February 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
September 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
December 20242
November 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
November 20242

A total of 5 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

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

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241

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

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September 20241

High Crime Locations Garsington & Horspath in July 2025

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

1. Gateley (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Public order1
2. Hill Rise (Map)
Total1
Public order1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Butler Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Manor Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Sandy Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Sadlers Croft (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. High Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Field Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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