Crime in Chipping Norton: statistics, rates and trends
491 crimes were recorded in Chipping Norton in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Chipping Norton at a glance
- Crime trends in Chipping Norton
- Types of crime in Chipping Norton
- Chipping Norton compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Chipping Norton
- Streets with the most crime in Chipping Norton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Chipping Norton
- Population and deprivation in Chipping Norton
- Questions about crime in Chipping Norton
- About this data
491 crimes were recorded in Chipping Norton in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 4% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 254 reports (52% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Chipping Norton has the 857th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Chipping Norton | West Oxfordshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 491 | 6,008 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 65.7 | 49.7 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +4% | +1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,469 | 120,941 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Chipping Norton was highest in the year to July 2022 (586 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (435). Over the whole period it rose 13%, 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 | 491 | 65.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 474 | 63.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 529 | 70.8 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 562 | 75.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 586 | 78.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 531 | 71.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 451 | 60.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 441 | 59.0 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 435 | 58.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 52 |
| May 2026 | 42 |
| April 2026 | 30 |
| March 2026 | 45 |
| February 2026 | 55 |
| January 2026 | 39 |
| December 2025 | 36 |
| November 2025 | 28 |
| October 2025 | 37 |
| September 2025 | 42 |
| August 2025 | 52 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Chipping Norton 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 violence and sexual offences (+32%) and public order (+25%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-46%) and criminal damage and arson (-27%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 254 | 34.0 | 0.99 | +32% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 46 | 6.2 | 0.40 | -19% |
| Shoplifting | 41 | 5.5 | 0.66 | -15% |
| Public order | 40 | 5.4 | 0.81 | +25% |
| Other theft | 34 | 4.6 | 0.71 | -13% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 24 | 3.2 | 0.47 | -27% |
| Vehicle crime | 15 | 2.0 | 0.41 | -46% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.6 | 0.76 | +9% |
| Burglary | 10 | 1.3 | 0.38 | -33% |
| Drugs | 7 | 0.9 | 0.29 | -50% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.4 | 0.49 | +200% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.3 | 0.28 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +100% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.10 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Chipping Norton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Chipping Norton recorded 254 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (34.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 32% on the year before. It made up 51.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Chipping Norton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Chipping Norton recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 9.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Chipping Norton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Chipping Norton recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 8.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Chipping Norton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Chipping Norton recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Chipping Norton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Chipping Norton recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 6.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Chipping Norton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Chipping Norton recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 27% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Chipping Norton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Chipping Norton recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 46% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Chipping Norton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Chipping Norton recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 9% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Chipping Norton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Chipping Norton recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Chipping Norton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Chipping Norton recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Chipping Norton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Chipping Norton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Chipping Norton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Chipping Norton recorded 2 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Chipping Norton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Chipping Norton recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 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.
Robbery in Chipping Norton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Chipping Norton recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Chipping Norton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Chipping Norton.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Chipping Norton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipston-on-Stour | 378 | 58.2 | -11% |
| Witney | 1,837 | 66.8 | +2% |
| Bodicote | 197 | 35.7 | -46% |
| Banbury | 5,418 | 98.6 | +50% |
| Carterton | 875 | 45.5 | -31% |
| Eynsham | 290 | 42.7 | -35% |
| Kidlington | 942 | 59.1 | -10% |
| Bicester | 3,263 | 83.4 | +27% |
1 areas within Chipping Norton, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Chipping Norton had the highest rate (65.7 per 1,000) and Chipping Norton the lowest (65.7). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipping Norton | Neighbourhood | 7,469 | 491 | 65.7 |
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 Chipping Norton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near The Green | 36 |
| On or near Parking Area | 31 |
| On or near A361 | 26 |
| On or near High Street | 18 |
| On or near Stares Court | 17 |
| On or near Stopford Place | 16 |
| On or near West Street | 16 |
| On or near Hill Lawn Court | 15 |
| On or near Howes Lane | 13 |
| On or near London Road | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Chipping Norton 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 | 193 | 39.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 121 | 24.6% |
| Under investigation | 57 | 11.6% |
| Not recorded | 46 | 9.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 31 | 6.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 23 | 4.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 1.6% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.8% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.4% |
Chipping Norton has an estimated population of 7,469. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Chipping Norton sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Chipping Norton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.9% |
| Social rented homes | 17.2% |
| Private rented homes | 15.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Chipping Norton a safe place to live?
Chipping Norton recorded 65.7 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 Chipping Norton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 254 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (46).
Is crime in Chipping Norton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Chipping Norton was up 4% on the year before: 491 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 474 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Chipping Norton?
Chipping Norton 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 Chipping Norton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.