Comparing Brigstock’s crime rate to that of nearby Corby reveals a notable difference in levels of recorded crime. Brigstock, a Built-Up Area (BUA) in North Northamptonshire, has a crime rate of 59.4 incidents per 1,000 residents. This contrasts sharply with Corby, which experiences a crime rate of 104.5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The UK average crime rate sits at 91.6 per 1,000, placing Brigstock considerably below the national average.
To put this in perspective, other nearby areas also have lower crime rates than Corby. Stanion reports a rate of 37.6 per 1,000, Weldon 40.4 per 1,000, and Geddington 38.6 per 1,000. This suggests that Brigstock is not an outlier in terms of safety within the local region, but its rate is noticeably better than Corby.
Beyond the raw crime rate figures, Brigstock also boasts a higher safety score of 87 out of 100, compared to the UK average of 79. This safety score is likely influenced by the lower crime rate but also considers other factors which contribute to a feeling of safety within the community. The significant difference between Brigstock’s crime rate (59.4 per 1,000) and Corby’s (104.5 per 1,000) highlights a substantial difference in the prevalence of reported crimes. While it’s important to remember that crime statistics can be influenced by various factors, including reporting practices and population density, the data clearly indicates Brigstock is a safer place than Corby based on available information from 2020.