Higham Ferrers Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a slight uptick in crime for Higham Ferrers, a built-up area within North Northamptonshire, with a total of 56 crimes reported. The overall crime rate stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, maintaining the area's position 30.6% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This continued discrepancy reflects the area's long-standing status as a relatively low-crime locality, though the June data reveals some shifts in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 32.1% of total crimes, followed by criminal damage and arson at 19.6% and anti-social behaviour at 14.3%. These figures suggest a persistent focus on interpersonal conflicts and property-related incidents, with seasonal factors likely playing a role. The start of summer, characterised by longer evenings and increased community activity, may have influenced both the frequency and nature of reported crimes. While the UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.9 per 1,000, Higham Ferrers' rate of 1.9 per 1,000 is 35% below this benchmark, indicating effective local policing or community engagement strategies. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson—87% above the UK average—raises questions about specific vulnerabilities in the area, possibly linked to the built-up nature of Higham Ferrers and the presence of older infrastructure. The data also highlights a notable decrease in burglary, with rates falling 66.7% compared to May, though this remains significantly below the UK average. These trends underscore the combination of local conditions and national crime patterns, with Higham Ferrers continuing to demonstrate resilience despite the June increases in certain categories.

June 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 266.7% compared to May, rising from 3 to 11 incidents. This jump, while notable, contrasts with the 66.7% decline in burglary, which fell from 3 to 1. The data also reveals a shift in the crime mix: violence and sexual offences, though still the most common category, decreased by 14.3%, while property-related crimes like shoplifting and criminal damage rose. Higham Ferrers' rate of criminal damage and arson is 87% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in this category. Conversely, anti-social behaviour remains 46% below the UK rate, suggesting that community-focused policing or local initiatives may be contributing to this lower incidence. Residents may find the 30.6% gap between Higham Ferrers' crime rate and the UK average particularly relevant, as it underscores the area's relative safety despite the June increases in certain categories.

Higham Ferrers' crime rate in June 2023 rose by 5.6% compared to May, moving from 5.6 to 5.9 per 1,000 residents. This slight upward trend contrasts with the area's consistent position well below the UK average, which remains at 8.5 per 1,000. Locally, the monthly crime count of 56 translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,533. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 170 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. The increase in June may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the start of summer holidays and extended daylight hours, which can alter patterns of public behaviour and community engagement. However, the overall trend remains firmly in line with the area's historical position as a low-crime locality within North Northamptonshire.