North Northamptonshire Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences accounted for nearly 40% of all reported crimes in North Northamptonshire in January 2026, making them the dominant category driving the area's crime profile. With an overall crime rate of 6.7 per 1,000 residents, the local authority district slightly exceeded the UK average of 6.6 per 1,000 by 1.5%, a marginal difference that nonetheless highlights regional disparities in criminal activity. The breakdown shows that 39% of crimes fell into the violence and sexual offences category (974 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.6%) and vehicle crime (7.3%). This pattern is consistent with the area's characteristics as a largely rural district with urban centres, where public order issues and interpersonal conflicts may contribute to higher rates of violence. Seasonal context suggests that January's reduced retail footfall and shorter days likely influenced crime trends, with shoplifting and outdoor offences declining in line with typical post-holiday patterns. However, the persistent elevation in violence-related incidents—7% above the UK average—points to deeper social or environmental factors that may require targeted interventions. While anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime also showed notable rates, their contributions to the overall crime picture were secondary to the dominance of violent offences. This data underscores the need for a nuanced approach to crime prevention, balancing immediate responses to spikes in violence with long-term strategies to address underlying community dynamics.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 10.1%, rising from 885 to 974 incidents—a stark shift that dominated the crime profile. This increase, coupled with a 10.2% rise in drug-related offences and a 12.5% jump in 'other crime' categories, suggests evolving patterns in local criminal activity. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 22%, from 182 to 142 incidents, potentially linked to post-holiday retail activity declines and reduced foot traffic in high streets. Bicycle theft also dropped by 16.7%, though this remains a minor category (0.0 per 1,000). Violent crime rates in North Northamptonshire were 7% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour rates were 32% higher. These figures highlight areas where local policing and community initiatives may need to focus resources. For residents, the 10.1% spike in violence and sexual offences offers a clear priority for local crime prevention efforts.

North Northamptonshire's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 6.7 per 1,000 residents, a 2.1% increase from the previous month's 6.5 per 1,000. This shift, though modest, aligns with typical post-holiday patterns where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may influence crime dynamics. Daily crime figures reveal an average of 81 incidents per day, a rate that, while locally contextual, provides residents with a tangible benchmark for understanding crime frequency. Over the course of January, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 150 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 373,871. This figure does not account for unreported crimes but offers a clear snapshot of the monthly burden on the community. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 1.5% elevation above the UK average (6.7 vs 6.6) appears relatively minor, though it reflects a consistent trend in violent crime categories that warrant closer attention.