Earls Barton Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Earls Barton recorded 27 crimes for a population of 6,375 residents, equating to a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 — 34.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate, consistent with the area’s built-up character within North Northamptonshire, suggests a combination of community resilience and effective local policing. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55.6% of total incidents (15 cases), a rate 3% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed with 18.5% (5 cases), significantly below the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000. Shoplifting, at 11.1% (3 cases), also fell below the UK average but saw a 200% month-on-month increase. These figures align with February’s seasonal context: a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may partly explain the dominance of indoor-related crimes like violence and anti-social behaviour. The area’s crime profile contrasts with national trends in property crimes, which were lower in Earls Barton — a reflection of its urban setting, where retail and community hubs may drive higher visibility of certain offences while deterring others. The overall rate remains a testament to the area’s relatively safe environment, though the rise in violence and shoplifting underscores the need for targeted interventions.

February 2026 saw a 200% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from 1 to 3 incidents. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may reflect seasonal factors such as pre-spring retail activity or targeted efforts by offenders. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply by 150%, from 2 to 5 incidents, suggesting a potential link to post-holiday social dynamics or increased foot traffic in local areas. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences climbed by 25%, reaching 15 cases — a rate 3% above the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. This category’s dominance (55.6% of total crimes) contrasts with UK trends, where such offences are slightly lower. Conversely, other theft and public order crimes fell by 50%, indicating a possible temporary reduction in opportunistic crimes. These shifts highlight the importance of monitoring specific categories for localised patterns, such as shoplifting’s spike, which could inform targeted policing strategies.

In February 2026, the crime rate in Earls Barton rose by 12.8% compared to January’s 3.8 per 1,000 residents, reaching 4.2 per 1,000. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns during the month. Daily crime statistics show that 27 crimes were reported over 28 days, equating to approximately one crime per day. For residents, this translates to a monthly exposure of one reported crime for every 236 people — a figure that, while low, underscores the area’s relatively safe environment compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective reveals that for every 1,000 residents, the area recorded 4.2 crimes, a rate that remains 34.4% below the UK average. This contrast highlights Earls Barton’s unique position as a built-up area within North Northamptonshire, where community-focused policing and local engagement may contribute to sustained lower crime levels. The month-on-month rise, however, suggests a need for vigilance in addressing emerging trends, particularly in categories like anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, which saw significant increases.