Kidlington vs Oxford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidlington

OX5 · Oxfordshire

41

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences17
  • Other theft6
  • Shoplifting5

Oxford

OX1 · Oxfordshire

411

crimes in February 2026

Above national average

  • Violence & sexual offences135
  • Shoplifting72
  • Other theft41

Kidlington has less crime — 41 vs 411 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Oxford recorded substantially more crime than Kidlington in February 2026 — 411 incidents compared to 41, a 10.0x difference. Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their most common crime type, though Oxford records significantly more (135 vs 17 incidents). Kidlington is below the national average while Oxford is above, making Kidlington the safer choice on this measure.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidlington or Oxford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Kidlington recorded fewer crimes than Oxford — 41 vs 411 incidents. That is 90% fewer crimes. Kidlington is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Kidlington and Oxford?

Both areas share Violence & sexual offences as their top crime category. In February 2026, Kidlington recorded 17 incidents of this type vs 135 in Oxford. Overall, Kidlington had fewer total crimes (41 vs 411).

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