West Mercia Police

Is Oswestry Rural South Safe?

Crime statistics for Oswestry Rural South. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.

Last 24 months: February 2024 – January 2026 683 crimes
56 / 100 Average

Safety Score !

683 Crimes (last 24 months)
33.7% Resolution Rate (last 24m) !
↓15.9% 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 24 months — 683 total crimes recorded in Oswestry Rural South

Violent Crime
309 45.2%
Anti-Social Behaviour
109 16%
Other Theft
61 8.9%
Criminal Damage & Arson
55 8.1%
Public Order
45 6.6%
Burglary
36 5.3%
Vehicle Crime
19 2.8%
Drugs
14 2%
Other Crime
11 1.6%
Shoplifting
11 1.6%
Possession of Weapons
10 1.5%
Robbery
2 0.3%
Bicycle Theft
1 0.1%

Monthly Crime Trend

Month-by-month crime totals for Oswestry Rural South — last 24 months

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oswestry Rural South safe?

Oswestry Rural South has a CrimeRadar safety score of 56/100, rated Average. 312 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Oswestry Rural South has an average crime level for the UK.

How many crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural South in the last 12 months?

312 crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural South in the last 12 months. This is a decrease of 15.9% compared to the previous 12-month period (371 crimes).

What is the most common crime in Oswestry Rural South?

The most common crime in Oswestry Rural South is Violent Crime, with 309 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 99% of all reported crimes in the area.

Is crime in Oswestry Rural South increasing or decreasing?

Crime in Oswestry Rural South is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 15.9% compared to the same period the previous year. This is a positive sign for the area.

What is the safety score for Oswestry Rural South?

Oswestry Rural South has a safety score of 56 out of 100 (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 South compare to the West Mercia Police average?

Oswestry Rural South has a safety score of 56/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Oswestry Rural South 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 South?

33.7% of crimes in Oswestry Rural South resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.

How much violent crime is there in Oswestry Rural South?

309 violent crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural South in the last 12 months, representing 99% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 109 incidents.

When was the crime data for Oswestry Rural South last updated?

The crime data for Oswestry Rural South was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.

How can I compare Oswestry Rural South with other areas?

You can compare Oswestry Rural South with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.

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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.