Earls Barton Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2026, Earls Barton maintained a crime rate of 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 44.1% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This lower-than-average rate translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime per day for the area’s 6,375 residents, a figure that, while small, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a built-up area. The most significant portion of reported crimes—50%—was attributed to violence and sexual offences, a category that itself was 24% below the UK average. Property crimes accounted for 29% of total incidents, with criminal damage and arson making up 8.3% of the total. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which may contribute to fewer outdoor crimes but could also drive more targeted incidents in residential areas. The overall crime profile suggests that while the area remains relatively safe compared to national benchmarks, the presence of violent crime remains a focal point for local policing and community awareness. The lower rates of anti-social behaviour and shoplifting further illustrate a crime picture that diverges from typical urban trends, reflecting the area’s smaller scale and more cohesive community structures.

January 2026 saw sharp increases in three specific crime categories: robbery, criminal damage and arson, and possession of weapons, all of which rose from zero to one incident. This spike in robbery, which is 100% above the UK average for the category, contrasts with a steep 83.3% drop in shoplifting, which fell from six to one incident. The shift in crime mix reflects a move towards more serious incidents, with violent crimes accounting for 50% of all reported crimes—significantly higher than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000). Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour remained well below the UK average, with just 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 0.9 per 1,000. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 100% increase in robbery, a category that, while rare, may warrant heightened awareness in high-traffic areas.

In January 2026, Earls Barton’s crime rate rose by 4.2% compared to December 2025, moving from 3.6 to 3.8 per 1,000 residents. While this is a small increase, it underscores the volatility of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the concentrated nature of incidents in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 266 residents, a statistic that contextualises risk as a monthly rather than daily concern. This ratio is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates that the likelihood of encountering crime is relatively low compared to the UK average. However, the slight upward trend in crime rate highlights the need for ongoing vigilance, especially given the area’s compact population and potential for concentrated incidents. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that even small shifts in crime numbers can have noticeable impacts when viewed against the backdrop of a relatively small community.