Didcot vs Oxford — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Didcot

OX11 · Oxfordshire

155

crimes in February 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences61
  • Criminal damage & arson26
  • Shoplifting18

Oxford

OX2 · Oxfordshire

68

crimes in February 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences12
  • Public order10
  • Other theft9

Oxford has less crime — 68 vs 155 incidents in February 2026.

What the data shows

Didcot recorded notably higher crime than Oxford in February 2026 — 155 vs 68 incidents. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Didcot sees higher rates of Criminal damage & arson (26) and Shoplifting (18), while Oxford has more Public order (10) and Other theft (9). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Didcot or Oxford safer?

Based on February 2026 Police data, Oxford recorded fewer crimes than Didcot — 68 vs 155 incidents. That is 56% fewer crimes. Oxford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Didcot and Oxford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In February 2026, Didcot saw higher rates of Criminal damage & arson and Shoplifting while Oxford had more Public order and Other theft. Overall, Oxford recorded fewer total crimes (68 vs 155).

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