Wallingford vs Wantage — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Wallingford

OX10 · Oxfordshire

41

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Wantage

OX12 · Oxfordshire

100

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

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

Wallingford has less crime — 41 vs 100 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Wantage recorded notably higher crime than Wallingford in April 2026 — 100 vs 41 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wallingford sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (7), while Wantage has more Anti-social behaviour (12). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wallingford or Wantage safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Wallingford recorded fewer crimes than Wantage — 41 vs 100 incidents. That is 59% fewer crimes. Wallingford is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Wallingford saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson while Wantage had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Wallingford recorded fewer total crimes (41 vs 100).

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