North Crawley Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime Statistics

North Crawley maintains a very high safety profile, with an overall crime rate of 47.6 crimes per 1,000 residents. This figure is approximately half the UK national average of 93.1 per 1,000. The area achieves an excellent Safety Score of 90 out of 100, well above the typical UK average of 78. The crime trend over the last year has remained stable, showing a minor increase of 3.2% year-over-year. This stability and low rate confirm North Crawley as one of the more secure communities in the region. The detailed analysis below examines the specific crime types, notably the high proportion of theft and criminal damage.

Crime Type Breakdown

The crime profile in North Crawley shows a more even distribution than many other areas. Violence and sexual offences account for 26.1% of all incidents, with a low rate of 12.4 per 1,000 people. Notably, the second and third most common offences are property-related: Other theft (20.0% of total crime, 9.5 per 1,000) and Criminal damage and arson (13.8% of total crime, 6.6 per 1,000). The high proportional risk from theft and criminal damage is a key characteristic of crime in this settlement.

The property-related crime rate stands at 23.5 per 1,000 residents, remaining comfortably below the UK average of 32.9 per 1,000. This category includes Burglary (7.7%), Vehicle crime (7.7%), and Anti-social behaviour (13.8% is ASB, not property crime, but impacts property). The concentration of 'Other theft' suggests that opportunistic stealing of items, possibly related to rural settings or unattended property, is the primary concern for residents. While the risk is low, homeowners should prioritise securing all external items and deterring criminal damage.

Crime Trends in North Crawley

North Crawley’s crime trend has remained stable over the past year, showing a slight increase of 3.2% year-over-year. This minor increase suggests that the low crime rate is holding steady. Monthly data indicates fluctuations typical of a small community. The lowest rates were recorded in February and April (1.5 per 1,000).

Activity increased notably during the summer and early autumn. The highest rates were observed in September (6.6 per 1,000), followed by January, July, and August (all around 5.1 per 1,000). This seasonal variation, particularly the peak in September, suggests that vigilance should be highest during the late summer period. Overall, the trend confirms that North Crawley maintains a low and generally consistent level of criminal activity.

How To Keep Safe in North Crawley

Other theft is the second most common crime in North Crawley (20.0% of total), indicating that opportunist theft of unattended items is a specific local challenge. Criminal damage is also a significant concern.

1. Secure All External Property: Given the high rate of 'Other theft', ensure that valuable items left outside, such as garden equipment, bicycles, or tools, are locked away or secured out of sight.
2. Protect Against Damage: Due to the risk of Criminal damage and arson, ensure property boundaries are robust, and report any suspicious activity around public spaces or isolated buildings.
3. Vehicle Security: Vehicle crime accounts for 7.7% of offences. Always lock your vehicle, even when briefly unattended, and consider using a steering lock or immobiliser.
4. Be Aware of Rural Access: In a rural setting, vehicles can access and leave quickly. Be alert to unfamiliar vehicles in the area, especially those near isolated properties.

Time Patterns of Crime

Crime in North Crawley is heavily skewed toward daytime opportunism. The Afternoon period (12pm-6pm) is the riskiest, with Theft accounting for 60% of all offences in this time window, likely targeting properties left empty during the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) also show a high proportion of Theft (56%). The Evening (6pm-12am) sees a shift, with 42% of offences falling into the 'Other' category, reflecting public order and anti-social behaviour. The Night period (12am-6am) is characterised by Vehicle crime (31%) and Burglary (24%), as criminals exploit the quiet of the night to target unattended properties and vehicles.

Regional Crime Context

North Crawley’s crime rate of 47.6 per 1,000 confirms its status as a highly safe area, comparable to Cranfield (45.3 per 1,000) and significantly safer than Newport Pagnell (53.2 per 1,000), which itself is a safe settlement. The specific crime rates for Sherington and Emberton are very low (0.0 per 1,000). This comparison places North Crawley within a highly secure cluster of villages and smaller towns, offering a much lower risk environment than the core urban areas of Milton Keynes. The local risk profile is highly favourable for residents.

Property Protection and Proactive Security

North Crawley’s property crime rate of 23.5 per 1,000 is low, but the high proportion of theft and criminal damage suggests that opportunism is the main threat. Traditional security, such as basic cameras, only acts as a reactive recorder, capturing footage of the crime after the theft or damage has occurred.

To truly prevent these incidents, homeowners should adopt proactive security. scOS uses AI-powered multi-camera intelligence to monitor the property perimeter, detecting threats instantly. This professional-grade system provides an autonomous response, engaging lights and speakers to destroy the element of surprise. By deterring criminals before they can commit theft or damage, systems like scOS ensure that North Crawley’s favourable safety profile is actively maintained, protecting both external property and the home itself.