Thame vs Wantage — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Thame

OX9 · Oxfordshire

43

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting10
  • Violence & sexual offences9
  • Anti-social behaviour8

Wantage

OX12 · Oxfordshire

100

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences41
  • Public order14
  • Anti-social behaviour12

Thame has less crime — 43 vs 100 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wantage recorded notably higher crime than Thame in April 2026 — 100 vs 43 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Thame sees higher rates of Shoplifting (10), while Wantage has more Public order (14). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Thame or Wantage safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Thame recorded fewer crimes than Wantage — 43 vs 100 incidents. That is 57% fewer crimes. Thame is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Thame and Wantage?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Thame saw higher rates of Shoplifting while Wantage had more Public order. Overall, Thame recorded fewer total crimes (43 vs 100).

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