Higham Ferrers Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Higham Ferrers' crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 25.4% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, remained 40% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the town's character as a relatively quiet built-up area within North Northamptonshire. The overall crime rate of 6.2 per 1,000, 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7, underscores a broader pattern of lower-than-expected criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour followed with 12 incidents (20.3% of total), while shoplifting and vehicle crime accounted for 11.9% and 10.2% respectively. Seasonal factors, including darker evenings and Halloween, likely influenced the mix of crimes, with public order offences and criminal damage showing notable fluctuations. The town's low crime rate, despite being a built-up area, suggests a combination of local demographics, community engagement, and possibly effective policing strategies. However, the sharp increase in vehicle crime and the persistent presence of anti-social behaviour highlight areas requiring further attention. The interplay between seasonal rhythms, such as the transition to darker evenings, and local social dynamics may explain some of these patterns. Overall, Higham Ferrers continues to present a crime picture that is markedly lower than the UK average, with violence and sexual offences serving as the primary driver of reported incidents.

October 2025 saw a sharp 500% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one to six incidents. This surge, though unexplained by available data, contrasts with a 56.3% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 16 to 7. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 45.5%, from 22 to 12, a shift that may reflect seasonal changes or local initiatives. Violence and sexual offences, the dominant category, remained 40% below the UK average at 1.6 per 1,000, despite a 28.6% month-on-month decline. Other notable trends include a 200% rise in other theft and a 100% increase in robbery, both of which could signal emerging patterns in property crime. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of local crime and the importance of ongoing monitoring.

Higham Ferrers' crime rate in October 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 16.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This decline suggests a continued trend of reduced criminal activity in the area. On a daily basis, the town recorded approximately two crimes per day, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent need for vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 162 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a relatively safe position compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Higham Ferrers, despite being a built-up area, maintains a crime profile that is lower than the UK average, with violent crimes and anti-social behaviour contributing to a distinct mix of incidents. These statistics, when viewed alongside the broader context of local demographics and seasonal patterns, offer a nuanced understanding of the area's security landscape.