Higham Ferrers Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Higham Ferrers maintained a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents in June 2025, placing it 49.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, reflects the area’s character as a small built-up community within North Northamptonshire, where low population density and limited commercial hubs contribute to lower overall crime levels. The most prevalent crimes were anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, each accounting for 20.5% of total incidents. This pattern aligns with the town’s mix of residential and retail spaces, where anti-social behaviour often stems from local social interactions, while shoplifting may be linked to the presence of small high-street stores. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime dynamics: with June marking the start of summer, increased foot traffic in retail areas could explain the persistence of shoplifting despite a 50% monthly decline. Conversely, the sharp 200% rise in other thefts may indicate a shift in criminal focus toward less monitored areas. The overall crime profile suggests a balance between local community engagement and the challenges of managing limited resources in a sparsely populated region. While the area’s low crime rate is a positive indicator, the fluctuations in specific categories warrant continued monitoring, particularly as summer activities intensify.

June 2025 witnessed a 65% drop in violence and sexual offences compared to the previous month, falling from 20 to 7 incidents. This decline, coupled with a 50% reduction in shoplifting (from 16 to 8), suggests a possible shift in criminal activity patterns. Meanwhile, other thefts surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. The increase in burglary and vehicle crime, both doubling from zero to one and three incidents respectively, points to emerging vulnerabilities in property security. Anti-social behaviour. remains a significant concern at 8 cases, 44% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas prone to theft, while the drop in violent crime may reflect seasonal changes or increased community engagement during summer months.

June 2025 saw a 27.7% decrease in Higham Ferrers' crime rate compared to the previous month, reflecting a sustained downward trend. At 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area remains well below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This monthly rate translates to one reported crime for every 244 residents over the course of June—a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day, consistent with the area’s small population and limited commercial activity. When contextualised against the local population of 9,533, the crime rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime during their daily routines. This stability contrasts with the previous month’s slightly higher rate, which may have been influenced by seasonal transitions or temporary spikes in local activity. The comparison highlights a pattern of gradual decline, aligning with broader trends observed in similar rural-adjacent towns across England.