Kidlington vs Wallingford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Kidlington

OX5 · Oxfordshire

59

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences22
  • Anti-social behaviour11
  • Other theft5

Wallingford

OX10 · Oxfordshire

41

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences15
  • Public order7
  • Criminal damage & arson7

Wallingford has less crime — 41 vs 59 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Kidlington saw somewhat more crime than Wallingford in April 2026 (59 vs 41 incidents). The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Kidlington sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (11) and Other theft (5), while Wallingford has more Public order (7) and Criminal damage & arson (7). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kidlington or Wallingford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wallingford recorded fewer crimes than Kidlington — 41 vs 59 incidents. That is 31% fewer crimes. Wallingford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Kidlington saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour and Other theft while Wallingford had more Public order and Criminal damage & arson. Overall, Wallingford recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 59).

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