The Oxford, MS Metro Area has a relatively low crime rate compared to the national average. According to recent statistics, the violent crime rate in this area is 11.3, while the US average is 22.7. This means that residents of Oxford can feel relatively safe and secure in their community. However, property crime is slightly higher in Oxford, with a rate of 38 compared to the US average of 35.4. This may be due to the fact that Oxford is a college town, with a large student population and a bustling downtown area. Despite this, the overall crime rate in Oxford remains lower than the national average, providing a sense of security for its residents. With its charming Southern charm and low crime rates, Oxford, MS Metro Area remains a desirable place to live and visit.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Oxford Metro Area violent crime is 11.3. (The US average is 22.7)
Oxford Metro Area property crime is 38.0. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: The city of Oxford, Mississippi does not have FBI Crime Statistics. The closest similar sized city with FBI crime data is the city of Southaven, Mississippi. The charts below are detailed crime statistics for the city of Southaven, Mississippi. Click links below to see charts for each crime category.