Is Oxford South East Safe?
Crime statistics for Oxford South East. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 3,380 total crimes recorded in Oxford South East
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Oxford South East — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Oxford South East
Safest Areas Near Oxford South East
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Oxford South East by safety score
Compare Oxford South East With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oxford South East safe?
Oxford South East has a CrimeRadar safety score of 10/100, rated High Crime. A total of 3,380 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 13.8% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Oxford South East are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Oxford South East in the last 12 months?
3,380 crimes were recorded in Oxford South East 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 13.8% compared to the previous 12-month period (3,921 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 1,329 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Oxford South East?
The most common crime in Oxford South East is Violent Crime, with 1,329 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 39.3% 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 Oxford South East increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Oxford South East is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 13.8% — from 3,921 crimes in the previous 12 months to 3,380 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Oxford South East?
Oxford South East has a safety score of 10 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 Oxford South East compare to the Thames Valley Police average?
Oxford South East has a safety score of 10/100, while the Thames Valley Police force area average is 11/100. Oxford South East 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 Oxford South East?
23.8% of crimes recorded in Oxford South East 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 Oxford South East?
1,329 violent crimes were recorded in Oxford South East in the last 12 months — representing 39.3% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 259 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 Oxford South East last updated?
The crime data for Oxford South East 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 Oxford South East with other areas?
You can compare Oxford South East 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.