Wantage vs Woodstock — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Wantage

OX12 · Oxfordshire

88

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences47
  • Anti-social behaviour9
  • Other theft8

Woodstock

OX20 · Oxfordshire

13

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Shoplifting4
  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Other theft2

Woodstock has less crime — 13 vs 88 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Wantage recorded substantially more crime than Woodstock in February 2026 — 88 incidents compared to 13, a 6.8x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Wantage sees higher rates of Anti-social behaviour (9), while Woodstock has more Shoplifting (4). Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Wantage or Woodstock safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Woodstock recorded fewer crimes than Wantage — 13 vs 88 incidents. That is 85% fewer crimes. Woodstock is also below the national average for crime.

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

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Wantage saw higher rates of Anti-social behaviour while Woodstock had more Shoplifting. Overall, Woodstock recorded fewer total crimes (13 vs 88).

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