Irthlingborough Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Irthlingborough, 5.7 crimes were reported in March 2023—a figure 25% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes for every 9,380 residents, or one crime for every 177 residents over the course of the month. The crime profile reveals a distinct pattern: violence and sexual offences accounted for 50.9% of all crimes, with 27 incidents recorded, while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage made up 15.1% and 9.4% respectively. These figures suggest that personal safety concerns may be more pressing than property-related risks in this built-up area of North Northamptonshire. The seasonal transition to spring in March—marked by longer evenings and the clocks changing—may have influenced the timing of incidents, particularly for crimes that occur in public spaces or after dark. Unlike some regions with heavy tourist footfall or university populations, Irthlingborough’s crime picture appears shaped by local social dynamics, with anti-social behaviour and violence being the most persistent issues. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (5.7 per 1,000) and shoplifting (80% below UK average) may reflect the area’s character as a smaller, less densely populated community compared to major urban centres.

March 2023 saw a notable concentration of violent crimes, with 27 incidents recorded—6% above the UK average for this category. This contrasts with the 13% shortfall in anti-social behaviour and 17% deficit in criminal damage compared to national benchmarks. The 'other crime' category stood out as 100% above the UK average, though this category is typically small in volume and includes diverse incidents such as fraud or disorder. Meanwhile, shoplifting in Irthlingborough was 80% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s smaller retail footprint compared to larger towns. The balance of crime types also shifted compared to previous months, with violent offences dominating the total count (50.9%) over property crimes (19.5%). This suggests a seasonal influence, as the lengthening evenings of spring could have increased opportunities for crimes occurring in public spaces. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the elevated risk of violence and sexual offences, which accounted for over half of all reported crimes, underscoring the need for community-focused safety measures in this area.

Irthlingborough’s crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 residents places it firmly below the UK average, with a 25% reduction in overall crime compared to national figures. This equates to a daily risk of approximately 2 crimes for every 9,380 residents, or one crime for every 177 residents over the course of March. While this lower rate may suggest a safer environment, certain categories deviate from the UK norm. For example, the higher-than-average incidence of violence and sexual offences (6% above UK) contrasts with significantly lower rates of anti-social behaviour (13% below) and criminal damage (17% below). The population context further highlights the scale: in a community of 9,380 people, the monthly exposure to crime is such that each resident faces a 0.57% chance of being directly affected by a crime. This figure, though seemingly small, reflects the cumulative impact of 53 incidents across the area. When compared to larger urban centres, Irthlingborough’s crime profile suggests a different set of risk factors, with personal safety concerns outweighing property crime. The comparison also reveals that while the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types may reflect local social and economic conditions, such as the relative absence of commercial hubs that typically drive shoplifting or vehicle crime.