Crime in Hinksey Park: statistics, rates and trends
613 crimes were recorded in Hinksey Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Hinksey Park at a glance
- Crime trends in Hinksey Park
- Types of crime in Hinksey Park
- Hinksey Park compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Hinksey Park
- What happened after crimes were reported in Hinksey Park
- Population and deprivation in Hinksey Park
- Questions about crime in Hinksey Park
- About this data
613 crimes were recorded in Hinksey Park in the 12 months to July 2026, 113.3 per 1,000 residents. That is higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 193 reports (31% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Hinksey Park has the 943rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Hinksey Park | Oxford | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 613 | 17,736 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 113.3 | 106.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 5,410 | 166,034 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Hinksey Park was highest in the year to July 2026 (613 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (495). Over the whole period it rose 0%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 613 | 113.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 594 | 109.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 495 | 91.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 510 | 94.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 527 | 97.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 536 | 99.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 590 | 109.1 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 561 | 103.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 610 | 112.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 78 |
| June 2026 | 45 |
| May 2026 | 59 |
| April 2026 | 69 |
| March 2026 | 44 |
| February 2026 | 37 |
| January 2026 | 55 |
| December 2025 | 41 |
| November 2025 | 44 |
| October 2025 | 58 |
| September 2025 | 44 |
| August 2025 | 39 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Hinksey Park over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for public order, other theft, criminal damage and arson.
The largest increases were in public order (+38%) and criminal damage and arson (+38%). The largest falls were in burglary (-41%) and other theft (-12%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 193 | 35.7 | 1.04 | +0% |
| Public order | 83 | 15.3 | 2.31 | +38% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 12.8 | 0.83 | +5% |
| Other theft | 61 | 11.3 | 1.76 | -12% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 47 | 8.7 | 1.28 | +38% |
| Bicycle theft | 40 | 7.4 | 8.98 | +3% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 6.3 | 1.28 | +0% |
| Shoplifting | 26 | 4.8 | 0.58 | +13% |
| Drugs | 19 | 3.5 | 1.07 | +0% |
| Burglary | 16 | 3.0 | 0.84 | -41% |
| Other crime | 9 | 1.7 | 0.79 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 6 | 1.1 | 0.66 | -14% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.9 | 0.95 | -38% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.9 | 0.68 | +67% |
Violence and sexual offences in Hinksey Park
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Hinksey Park recorded 193 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (35.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 31.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Hinksey Park
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Hinksey Park recorded 83 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (15.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 13.5% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Hinksey Park
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Hinksey Park recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (12.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 5% on the year before. It made up 11.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Hinksey Park
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Hinksey Park recorded 61 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Hinksey Park
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Hinksey Park recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 7.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Hinksey Park
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Hinksey Park recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Hinksey Park
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Hinksey Park recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Hinksey Park
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Hinksey Park recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 13% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Hinksey Park
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Hinksey Park recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Hinksey Park
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Hinksey Park recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 41% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Hinksey Park
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Hinksey Park recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Hinksey Park
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Hinksey Park recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Hinksey Park
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Hinksey Park recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Hinksey Park
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Hinksey Park recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 67% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Hinksey Park, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Hinksey Park.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Hinksey Park |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's | 761 | 104.9 | -7% |
| Osney & St Thomas | 1,754 | 230.5 | +103% |
| Carfax & Jericho | 2,767 | 211.4 | +87% |
| St Clement's | 882 | 139.7 | +23% |
| Donnington | 735 | 82.7 | -27% |
| Rose Hill & Iffley | 640 | 89.7 | -21% |
| Walton Manor | 449 | 75.7 | -33% |
| Cowley | 1,166 | 127.6 | +13% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Hinksey Park over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Long Ford Close | 47 |
| On or near Peel Place | 45 |
| On or near Edith Road | 40 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 35 |
| On or near Shire Lake Close | 32 |
| On or near Bertie Place | 31 |
| On or near Summerfield | 25 |
| On or near Thames Street | 24 |
| On or near Brook Street | 23 |
| On or near Abingdon Road | 18 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Hinksey Park over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 215 | 35.1% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 156 | 25.4% |
| Under investigation | 71 | 11.6% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 11.3% |
| Local resolution | 32 | 5.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 24 | 3.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 21 | 3.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.1% |
| Offender given a caution | 7 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 6 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.7% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Hinksey Park has an estimated population of 5,410. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Hinksey Park sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Hinksey Park |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 69.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 14.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 50.4% |
| Social rented homes | 16.8% |
| Private rented homes | 32.4% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Hinksey Park a safe place to live?
Hinksey Park recorded 113.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, higher than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Hinksey Park?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 193 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by public order (83).
Is crime in Hinksey Park going up or down?
Recorded crime in Hinksey Park was up 3% on the year before: 613 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 594 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Hinksey Park?
Hinksey Park is policed by Thames Valley. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Hinksey Park. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.