Newport Pagnell Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,731, Newport Pagnell recorded 52 crimes in September 2023, translating to a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents. This figure, which is 58.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, underscores the area's relatively low crime profile. The most common types of crime were violence and sexual offences (22 incidents, 42.3% of total), followed by other theft (6 incidents, 11.5%) and shoplifting (5 incidents, 9.6%). The seasonal context of September—marking the return to school and university freshers—may have influenced the crime mix, with violent offences likely tied to increased social activity and public spaces. However, the overall rate remains lower than the UK average, particularly for categories such as public order offences (52% below the UK average) and vehicle crime (38% below). This suggests that local factors, such as community policing efforts or the built environment, may contribute to the area's safety. The balance between property and violent crimes also appears skewed compared to the UK, where property-related offences typically dominate. While causal links, the timing of the month—coinciding with the transition from summer to autumn—may have played a role in shaping crime patterns, with reduced outdoor activity lowering opportunities for certain types of offences.

September 2023 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime, which surged by 300% from one to four incidents, and burglary, which doubled from one to three. These jumps may reflect seasonal patterns, such as increased car usage during the back-to-school period or heightened opportunities for theft in residential areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 75%, dropping from four to one incident, a trend consistent with the start of the academic year and potentially reduced public gatherings in the evenings. The breakdown of crime types also reveals that violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 42.3% of all reported crimes—49% below the UK average. This contrast with the UK profile highlights the area's distinct crime mix, where property-related offences like shoplifting and other theft are also significantly lower than national figures. For residents, the 300% rise in vehicle crime is a specific data point that may warrant attention, particularly for those with vehicles parked in public spaces.

Newport Pagnell's crime rate in September 2023 dropped to 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a 22.3% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.3. This decline places the area significantly below the UK average, which stood at 8.0 per 1,000. Translating this into daily terms, the local figure reveals an average of two crimes reported each day over the 30-day period, a statistic that provides a tangible sense of the area's current safety profile. When considering the population context, the monthly exposure—1 reported crime for every 303 residents—illustrates that the likelihood of experiencing crime remains comparatively low. This is particularly notable when contrasted with the UK-wide average, which would equate to roughly one crime for every 125 residents. The drop in overall crime rate aligns with a broader trend observed in the breakdown of specific categories, where several types of offences recorded in September fell below UK averages by margins exceeding 30%. These figures suggest that residents may feel a heightened sense of security compared to other parts of the country, though local factors such as community initiatives or seasonal changes could also contribute to this trend.