Crime in Kidlington West: statistics, rates and trends
505 crimes were recorded in Kidlington West in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Kidlington West at a glance
- Crime trends in Kidlington West
- Types of crime in Kidlington West
- Kidlington West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Kidlington West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Kidlington West
- Population and deprivation in Kidlington West
- Questions about crime in Kidlington West
- About this data
505 crimes were recorded in Kidlington West in the 12 months to July 2026, 56.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 252 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Kidlington West has the 2,776th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Kidlington West | Cherwell | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 505 | 12,246 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 56.1 | 71.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 8,996 | 170,426 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Kidlington West was highest in the year to July 2018 (559 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2020 (430). Over the whole period it fell 10%, 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 | 505 | 56.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 496 | 55.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 462 | 51.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 505 | 56.1 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 500 | 55.6 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 487 | 54.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 430 | 47.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 445 | 49.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 559 | 62.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 49 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 47 |
| April 2026 | 47 |
| March 2026 | 31 |
| February 2026 | 50 |
| January 2026 | 29 |
| December 2025 | 34 |
| November 2025 | 45 |
| October 2025 | 38 |
| September 2025 | 49 |
| August 2025 | 46 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Kidlington West 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. The largest increases were in other theft (+51%) and public order (+40%).
The largest falls were in shoplifting (-67%) and criminal damage and arson (-38%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 252 | 28.0 | 0.82 | +19% |
| Other theft | 56 | 6.2 | 0.97 | +51% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 46 | 5.1 | 0.33 | -16% |
| Public order | 42 | 4.7 | 0.70 | +40% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 28 | 3.1 | 0.46 | -38% |
| Shoplifting | 18 | 2.0 | 0.24 | -67% |
| Vehicle crime | 17 | 1.9 | 0.38 | +55% |
| Burglary | 16 | 1.8 | 0.50 | -20% |
| Drugs | 9 | 1.0 | 0.31 | -31% |
| Other crime | 8 | 0.9 | 0.42 | +33% |
| Robbery | 5 | 0.6 | 0.41 | +0% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.3 | 0.41 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.3 | 0.34 | -25% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.2 | 0.13 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Kidlington West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Kidlington West recorded 252 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 49.9% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Kidlington West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Kidlington West recorded 56 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 51% on the year before. It made up 11.1% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Kidlington West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Kidlington West recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 16% on the year before. It made up 9.1% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Kidlington West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Kidlington West recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 8.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Kidlington West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Kidlington West recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 38% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Kidlington West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Kidlington West recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 67% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Kidlington West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Kidlington West recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 55% on the year before. It made up 3.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Kidlington West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Kidlington West recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 3.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Kidlington West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Kidlington West recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Kidlington West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Kidlington West recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Kidlington West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Kidlington West recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Kidlington West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Kidlington West recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Kidlington West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Kidlington West recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Kidlington West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Kidlington West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Kidlington West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Kidlington West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Kidlington West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kidlington East | 617 | 58.3 | +4% |
| Launton and Otmoor | 432 | 56.1 | +0% |
| Bicester South and Ambrosden | 1,430 | 89.2 | +59% |
| Bicester West | 612 | 69.0 | +23% |
| Fringford and Heyfords | 423 | 45.5 | -19% |
| Bicester East | 1,089 | 112.2 | +100% |
| Bicester North and Caversfield | 536 | 48.5 | -14% |
| Deddington | 264 | 28.9 | -48% |
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 Kidlington West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 76 |
| On or near Cresswell Close | 53 |
| On or near Watts Way | 33 |
| On or near Evenlode Crescent | 32 |
| On or near Hayday Close | 26 |
| On or near Meadow View | 14 |
| On or near Flatford Place | 12 |
| On or near Poppy Close | 12 |
| On or near Woodstock Road | 10 |
| On or near Wise Avenue | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Kidlington West 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 189 | 37.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 141 | 27.9% |
| Under investigation | 59 | 11.7% |
| Not recorded | 46 | 9.1% |
| Status update unavailable | 30 | 5.9% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 15 | 3.0% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 2.2% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 5 | 1.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
Kidlington West has an estimated population of 8,996. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Kidlington West sits in decile 8.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Kidlington West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.1% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.8% |
| Social rented homes | 7.3% |
| Private rented homes | 18.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.8 |
Is Kidlington West a safe place to live?
Kidlington West recorded 56.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower 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 Kidlington West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 252 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (56).
Is crime in Kidlington West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Kidlington West was up 2% on the year before: 505 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 496 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Kidlington West?
Kidlington West 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 Kidlington West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.