Banbury vs Culham — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Banbury

OX16 · Oxfordshire

350

crimes in April 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences136
  • Shoplifting55
  • Anti-social behaviour51

Culham

OX14 · Oxfordshire

160

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences62
  • Anti-social behaviour25
  • Shoplifting14

Culham has less crime — 160 vs 350 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Banbury recorded notably higher crime than Culham in April 2026 — 350 vs 160 incidents. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Banbury records significantly more (136 vs 62 incidents). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Banbury or Culham safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Culham recorded fewer crimes than Banbury — 160 vs 350 incidents. That is 54% fewer crimes. Banbury is above the national average.

What are the main differences in crime between Banbury and Culham?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In April 2026, Banbury recorded 136 incidents of this type vs 62 in Culham. Overall, Culham had fewer total crimes (160 vs 350).

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