Earls Barton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

November 2023 marked a continuation of Earls Barton’s historically low crime profile, with an overall rate of 1.1 crimes per 1,000 residents — 85.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This performance places the area among the safest in the country, though the data reveals a nuanced picture. Violent and sexual offences accounted for 71.4% of all crimes, a category in which Earls Barton’s rate (0.8 per 1,000) is 69% below the UK average. Property crimes, while less frequent, remained even further below national levels, with only 1 incident reported. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these figures: the onset of darker evenings and the absence of major festivals such as Bonfire Night may have curtailed opportunities for crime. However, the area’s low population density and limited commercial activity could also contribute to its consistently low crime rates. Black Friday shopping, which often correlates with increased retail crime, did not appear to impact the data, suggesting either effective local policing or a lack of targeted opportunities. The breakdown highlights a broader trend: while violent crime remains the most common category, its frequency is far below the UK average, indicating a combination of community resilience and environmental factors that limit criminal activity.

The most notable trend in November was the sharp decline in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 58.3% compared to the previous month, from 12 incidents to 5. This reduction may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the absence of large public events typically associated with increased alcohol consumption. Drug-related crimes also saw a 50.0% decrease, dropping from 2 to 1, though this category remains well below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000). The crime mix in Earls Barton continues to skew heavily towards violent crimes, with 71.4% of all reported incidents falling into this category — significantly lower than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000). This balance contrasts with the national trend, where property crimes often dominate. Residents may find the low overall crime rate reassuring, particularly given the area’s consistent performance relative to national benchmarks.

November 2023 saw a marked improvement in Earls Barton’s crime profile, with the monthly crime rate dropping to 1.1 per 1,000 residents — a 75.8% reduction compared to the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November’s shorter days and reduced foot traffic may have limited opportunities for crime. Daily crime figures show an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, reflecting the area’s consistently low crime levels. When scaled to the population of 6,375, this translates to one reported crime for roughly every 911 residents over the course of November. While this monthly aggregate does not account for fluctuations within the month, it underscores the relative safety of the area compared to national averages. The stark contrast between the current rate and the previous month’s figures suggests a potential shift in local dynamics, though no definitive causal factors are evident from the data alone.