Irthlingborough Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Irthlingborough’s October 2023 crime statistics, accounting for 37.8% of all reported incidents and contributing to a total crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents — 40% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure places the built-up area within North Northamptonshire among the safer communities in the country, with the overall crime rate reflecting a combination of effective policing, community engagement, and the area’s character as a relatively low-density residential zone. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast between violent crime and property-related offences, with the former dominating the landscape. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.8 per 1,000, were 33% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or demographic factors may be contributing to this trend. However, the rate of criminal damage and arson (1.1 per 1,000) was 75% above the UK average, indicating a specific challenge in preventing property-related harm. This anomaly may be linked to the area’s built-up nature, where older infrastructure or limited private security could leave properties more vulnerable. Seasonal factors also played a role in shaping the crime picture, as October’s darker evenings and Halloween festivities may have influenced both the frequency and nature of reported incidents. The interplay between these elements — from local governance to seasonal rhythms — continues to shape the crime profile in Irthlingborough, offering a nuanced picture of safety and risk.

October 2023 saw a notable shift in crime patterns, with drug-related offences doubling from one to two incidents, marking a 100% increase. This rise, while modest in absolute terms, may reflect heightened activity around Halloween, a time when illicit substances are more commonly associated with seasonal events. Conversely, public order offences fell by 90%, from 10 to 1, a decline that could be linked to reduced alcohol-related incidents during the month. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 71.4%, from 21 to 6, indicating the impact of local enforcement strategies or community engagement efforts. The rate of criminal damage and arson in Irthlingborough (1.1 per 1,000) was 75% higher than the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), highlighting a specific vulnerability in property crime that contrasts with the area’s overall low crime profile. Residents may find the 40% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly significant, as it suggests improved management of nuisance complaints and a more stable local environment.

Irthlingborough's crime rate in October 2023 dropped by 46.4% compared to the previous month, falling from 9.0 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the transition from autumn to winter, a period historically associated with reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in local areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may reflect the community's relatively low population density and the effectiveness of local policing efforts. When scaled to the population of 9,380, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 208 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rarity of crime in this built-up area. This rate remains significantly below the UK average, which suggests that factors such as community cohesion, local infrastructure, or targeted crime prevention initiatives may play a role in sustaining this trend. The consistency of this low exposure over time indicates that residents are likely to perceive the area as safer than the national average, though seasonal fluctuations in crime reporting could still influence future months.