Burton Latimer Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Burton Latimer’s crime profile in January 2025, accounting for 26.7% of all reported incidents (8 out of 30). This category, while significantly lower than the UK average (2.5 per 1,000 vs 2.8 per 1,000), remains the most prevalent type of crime in the area. The overall crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents is 60.6% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, reflecting a stark contrast between this built-up area and national trends. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these figures: January’s post-holiday period, shorter daylight hours, and reduced retail footfall may have dampened opportunities for property crimes and public order offences, which are typically more common in busier months. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences suggests a persistent challenge in this area, possibly linked to local demographics or social dynamics. The breakdown also reveals that 'other crime'—a vague but significant category—surpassed the UK average by 178%, raising questions about its definition and whether it captures underreported or uniquely local issues. This data underscores the need to balance broad comparisons with a nuanced understanding of regional specifics, as the UK average may not fully reflect the unique context of a small, low-crime built-up area like Burton Latimer.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) and 'vehicle crime' and 'possession of weapons' both doubling from zero to two incidents. This sharp rise in 'other crime'—which is 178% above the UK average—suggests potential underreporting or shifts in criminal activity that may not align with typical patterns. Conversely, 'drugs' fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), and 'anti-social behaviour' dropped by 69.2% (from 13 to 4), possibly reflecting seasonal lulls or the impact of local initiatives. The category of 'violence and sexual offences' also decreased by 55.6%, though it remains 68% below the UK average. These changes highlight the volatility of certain crime types, with 'other crime' emerging as a key area for further scrutiny given its stark divergence from national benchmarks.

Burton Latimer’s crime rate in January 2025 fell to 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a 34.7% decline from the previous month’s 4.3 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, when reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may limit opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that reflects the low overall rate but highlights the sporadic nature of incidents. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 355 residents, underscoring the rarity of criminal activity in this built-up area. With a population of 10,656, the monthly exposure figure suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly, though the 178% increase in 'other crime' compared to the UK average indicates specific vulnerabilities that warrant attention. The population context further illustrates that even small shifts in crime types can have outsized impacts on local perceptions of safety, particularly when categories like 'other crime' are elevated.