Crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield: statistics, rates and trends
452 crimes were recorded in Woodcote & Rotherfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 37% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield at a glance
- Crime trends in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- Types of crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- Woodcote & Rotherfield compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- What happened after crimes were reported in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- Population and deprivation in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- Questions about crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield
- About this data
452 crimes were recorded in Woodcote & Rotherfield in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 37% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 179 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Woodcote & Rotherfield has the 3,327th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Woodcote & Rotherfield | South Oxfordshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 452 | 7,327 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.3 | 46.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +37% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 10,448 | 156,470 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield was highest in the year to July 2023 (510 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2025 (329). Over the whole period it rose 15%, 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 | 452 | 43.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 329 | 31.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 353 | 33.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 510 | 48.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 443 | 42.4 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 465 | 44.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 466 | 44.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 434 | 41.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 393 | 37.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 51 |
| June 2026 | 39 |
| May 2026 | 35 |
| April 2026 | 39 |
| March 2026 | 39 |
| February 2026 | 34 |
| January 2026 | 47 |
| December 2025 | 40 |
| November 2025 | 32 |
| October 2025 | 31 |
| September 2025 | 31 |
| August 2025 | 34 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Woodcote & Rotherfield 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 burglary, other crime.
The largest increases were in burglary (+210%) and violence and sexual offences (+70%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-70%) and criminal damage and arson (-15%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 179 | 17.1 | 0.50 | +70% |
| Burglary | 62 | 5.9 | 1.68 | +210% |
| Other crime | 48 | 4.6 | 2.18 | +380% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 44 | 4.2 | 0.62 | -15% |
| Other theft | 36 | 3.4 | 0.54 | -5% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 29 | 2.8 | 0.18 | -6% |
| Public order | 20 | 1.9 | 0.29 | +11% |
| Shoplifting | 18 | 1.7 | 0.21 | +100% |
| Vehicle crime | 10 | 1.0 | 0.19 | -70% |
| Drugs | 4 | 0.4 | 0.12 | -20% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | -80% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 179 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 70% on the year before. It made up 39.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 210% on the year before. It made up 13.7% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 48 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 380% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 9.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 36 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 6% on the year before. It made up 6.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 4.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 4.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 70% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 80% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Woodcote & Rotherfield
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Woodcote & Rotherfield, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Woodcote & Rotherfield.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Woodcote & Rotherfield |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kidmore End & Whitchurch | 92 | 30.6 | -29% |
| Sonning Common | 256 | 29.8 | -31% |
| Goring | 119 | 25.1 | -42% |
| Henley-on-Thames | 749 | 60.2 | +39% |
| Wallingford | 470 | 53.8 | +24% |
| Benson & Crowmarsh | 323 | 32.1 | -26% |
| Cholsey | 327 | 33.8 | -22% |
| Watlington | 162 | 38.9 | -10% |
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 Woodcote & Rotherfield over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Prison | 50 |
| On or near Nuffield Lane | 49 |
| On or near Parking Area | 24 |
| On or near Supermarket | 24 |
| On or near Stoke Row Road | 18 |
| On or near Ashlee Walk | 16 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 12 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 12 |
| On or near Park Lane | 11 |
| On or near Medill Close | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Woodcote & Rotherfield 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 | 147 | 32.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 134 | 29.6% |
| Under investigation | 52 | 11.5% |
| Not recorded | 29 | 6.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 25 | 5.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 24 | 5.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 20 | 4.4% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 1.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 1.1% |
Woodcote & Rotherfield has an estimated population of 10,448. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Woodcote & Rotherfield sits in decile 8.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Woodcote & Rotherfield |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.1% |
| Social rented homes | 9.7% |
| Private rented homes | 14.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.0 |
Is Woodcote & Rotherfield a safe place to live?
Woodcote & Rotherfield recorded 43.3 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 Woodcote & Rotherfield?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 179 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by burglary (62).
Is crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield going up or down?
Recorded crime in Woodcote & Rotherfield was up 37% on the year before: 452 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 329 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Woodcote & Rotherfield?
Woodcote & Rotherfield 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 Woodcote & Rotherfield. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.