Higham Ferrers Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Higham Ferrers recorded a crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 in December 2025, 28.6% below the UK average of 7.0. This marked a significant divergence from national trends, with anti-social behaviour standing out as a category 61% above the UK average. The breakdown revealed that violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.3% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (29.2%) and vehicle crime (12.5%). These figures contrast sharply with the UK averages for the same categories, where violence was 38% below the national rate and anti-social behaviour was higher. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, dark evenings, and empty homes during holidays—likely influenced patterns. Violence, though lower than the UK average, may have been tempered by community-focused initiatives during the festive period. Anti-social behaviour, however, showed no such moderation, possibly reflecting increased social gatherings or challenges in enforcing public order during the holidays. Vehicle crime, while above the UK average, remained relatively low compared to other urban areas, suggesting that Higham Ferrers’ smaller population and lower traffic density may contribute to this. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, highlights the complexity of local factors shaping crime trends, even within a built-up area. The data underscores the need to address specific local issues, such as anti-social behaviour, while maintaining the positive momentum in reducing overall crime.

December 2025 saw notable month-on-month shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 100% (from 0 to 2) and possession of weapons rising by the same margin (from 0 to 1). These increases, though small in absolute terms, suggest emerging trends that may warrant closer attention. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 85.7% (from 14 to 2), likely linked to the Christmas shopping peak, which may have deterred opportunistic theft through increased foot traffic and vigilance. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 29.2% of all crimes, was 61% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 38% below average for violence and sexual offences. This discrepancy may reflect local dynamics, such as the impact of seasonal events or community-specific challenges in managing public spaces. The category of other theft. of total crimes, was 4% below the UK average, indicating that Higham Ferrers’ residents may experience fewer incidents of this type compared to the national picture. For residents, the sharp drop in shoplifting offers a tangible example of how seasonal factors can influence crime rates, even in areas with otherwise elevated anti-social behaviour. These findings highlight the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics.

The crime rate in Higham Ferrers for December 2025 (5.0 per 1,000) marked a 27.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while modest, underscores the ongoing need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 199 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas but highlights the direct impact of crime on local communities. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 9,533, illustrates that even small fluctuations in crime rates can have measurable effects on residents. The previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000, which was itself a decline from November, suggests that Higham Ferrers has been making progress in reducing crime, though challenges remain in addressing specific categories like anti-social behaviour. The population-scaled perspective also reveals that the area’s relatively low overall crime rate is a significant achievement, particularly given its status as a built-up area within a larger rural region. Residents may find reassurance in the declining trend, but the data also serves as a reminder that targeted efforts are needed to address the areas where local crime rates diverge from national averages.