Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.
OX2 · Oxfordshire
70
crimes in April 2026
Below national average
OX3 · Oxfordshire
197
crimes in April 2026
Above national average
Oxford has less crime — 70 vs 197 incidents in April 2026.
Oxford recorded substantially more crime than Oxford in April 2026 — 197 incidents compared to 70, a 2.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Oxford sees higher rates of Bicycle theft (9), while Oxford has more Shoplifting (24). Oxford is below the national average while Oxford is above, making Oxford the safer choice on this measure.
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Based on April 2026 Police data, Oxford recorded fewer crimes than Oxford — 70 vs 197 incidents. That is 64% fewer crimes. Oxford is also below the national average for crime.
The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Oxford saw higher rates of Bicycle theft while Oxford had more Shoplifting. Overall, Oxford recorded fewer total crimes (70 vs 197).