Is Oswestry Rural North Safe?
Crime statistics for Oswestry Rural North. Based on official UK Police data, updated May 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 508 total crimes recorded in Oswestry Rural North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Oswestry Rural North — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Oswestry Rural North
Safest Areas Near Oswestry Rural North
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Oswestry Rural North by safety score
Compare Oswestry Rural North With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oswestry Rural North safe?
Oswestry Rural North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 38/100, rated Below Average. A total of 508 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 26% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Oswestry Rural North are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North in the last 12 months?
508 crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North 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 26% compared to the previous 12-month period (686 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 245 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Oswestry Rural North?
The most common crime in Oswestry Rural North is Violent Crime, with 245 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 48.2% 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 Oswestry Rural North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Oswestry Rural North is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 26% — from 686 crimes in the previous 12 months to 508 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Oswestry Rural North?
Oswestry Rural North has a safety score of 38 out of 100 (Below Average). 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 Oswestry Rural North compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Oswestry Rural North has a safety score of 38/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 19/100. Oswestry Rural North is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Oswestry Rural North?
8.3% of crimes recorded in Oswestry Rural North 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 West Mercia 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 Oswestry Rural North?
245 violent crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North in the last 12 months — representing 48.2% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 72 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 Oswestry Rural North last updated?
The crime data for Oswestry Rural North was last updated in May 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 Oswestry Rural North with other areas?
You can compare Oswestry Rural North 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.