Thames Valley Police

Is Minster and Katesgrove Safe?

Crime statistics for Minster and Katesgrove. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 12 months: February 2025 – January 2026 2,108 crimes
9 / 100 High Crime

Safety Score !

2,108 Crimes (last 12 months)
32.6% Resolution Rate (last 12m) !
↓5.8% vs Previous 12 Months

Crime Zone Map

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Very Safe (85+) Safe (65–84) Average (45–64) Below Avg (25–44) High Crime (0–24)

Crime by Category

Last 12 months — 2,108 total crimes recorded in Minster and Katesgrove

Violent Crime
773 36.7%
Anti-Social Behaviour
291 13.8%
Public Order
163 7.7%
Other Theft
154 7.3%
Criminal Damage & Arson
150 7.1%
Vehicle Crime
148 7%
Shoplifting
129 6.1%
Burglary
112 5.3%
Drugs
54 2.6%
Other Crime
43 2%
Bicycle Theft
40 1.9%
Robbery
18 0.9%
Possession of Weapons
17 0.8%
Theft from Person
16 0.8%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Minster and Katesgrove — last 12 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Minster and Katesgrove safe?

Minster and Katesgrove has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,108 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 5.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Minster and Katesgrove are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.

How many crimes were recorded in Minster and Katesgrove in the last 12 months?

2,108 crimes were recorded in Minster and Katesgrove in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 5.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,238 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 773 incidents.

What is the most common crime in Minster and Katesgrove?

The most common crime in Minster and Katesgrove is Violent Crime, with 773 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.

Is crime in Minster and Katesgrove increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Minster and Katesgrove is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 5.8% — from 2,238 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,108 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.

What is the safety score for Minster and Katesgrove?

Minster and Katesgrove has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.

How does Minster and Katesgrove compare to the Thames Valley Police average?

Minster and Katesgrove has a safety score of 9/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 11/100. Minster and Katesgrove is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.

What is the crime resolution rate in Minster and Katesgrove?

32.6% of crimes recorded in Minster and Katesgrove resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Thames Valley Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.

How much violent crime is there in Minster and Katesgrove?

773 violent crimes were recorded in Minster and Katesgrove in the last 12 months — representing 36.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 291 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.

When was the crime data for Minster and Katesgrove last updated?

The crime data for Minster and Katesgrove was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Minster and Katesgrove with other areas?

You can compare Minster and Katesgrove with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.

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Data source: All crime data is sourced from the UK Police Data, operated by the Home Office, and is published under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Last updated: January 2026.