Is Oswestry Rural North Safe?
Crime statistics for Oswestry Rural North. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 36 months — 1,941 total crimes recorded in Oswestry Rural North
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Oswestry Rural North — last 36 months
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Safest Areas Near Oswestry Rural North
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Compare Oswestry Rural North With Nearby Areas
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oswestry Rural North safe?
Oswestry Rural North has a CrimeRadar safety score of 14/100, rated High Crime. 687 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months. Oswestry Rural North has above-average crime levels and caution is advised.
How many crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North in the last 12 months?
687 crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North in the last 12 months. This is an increase of 8.2% compared to the previous 12-month period (635 crimes).
What is the most common crime in Oswestry Rural North?
The most common crime in Oswestry Rural North is Violent Crime, with 862 incidents recorded in the last 12 months. This accounts for 125.5% of all reported crimes in the area.
Is crime in Oswestry Rural North increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Oswestry Rural North is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 8.2% compared to the same period the previous year. This is something residents and prospective buyers should be aware of.
What is the safety score for Oswestry Rural North?
Oswestry Rural North has a safety score of 14 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Oswestry Rural North compare to the West Mercia Police average?
Oswestry Rural North has a safety score of 14/100, while the West Mercia Police force area average is 12/100. Oswestry Rural North is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Oswestry Rural North?
32.5% of crimes in Oswestry Rural North resulted in a formal resolution in the last 12 months. This means charges, cautions, penalty notices, or other official outcomes. The UK national average is typically 5–15% for most areas.
How much violent crime is there in Oswestry Rural North?
862 violent crimes were recorded in Oswestry Rural North in the last 12 months, representing 125.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for 299 incidents.
When was the crime data for Oswestry Rural North last updated?
The crime data for Oswestry Rural North was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all data from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office. New data is published approximately every month with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Oswestry Rural North with other areas?
You can compare Oswestry Rural North with any other UK neighbourhood using CrimeRadar's Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes, category breakdowns, and resolution rates. Visit crimeradar.co.uk/compare to start a comparison.