Irthlingborough Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The most unexpected shift in May 2024 was the surge in robbery incidents, which jumped from zero to two cases—a 100% increase—despite the overall crime rate remaining below the UK average. Irthlingborough’s crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in May placed it 28.6% below the national average of 8.4, a gap that has persisted through multiple months. Violent crimes dominated the landscape, accounting for 46.4% of all reported incidents (26 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8.9%). This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where violent crimes make up 33.2% of total crimes. Seasonal factors may have played a role: longer evenings and bank holidays in May could have contributed to increased outdoor socialising, exacerbating conflicts. However, the area’s relatively low property crime rate (14 cases, 25% of total) suggests that local dynamics—such as community cohesion or limited commercial activity—may temper opportunities for theft. The 28.6% gap below the UK average is notable for a built-up area within North Northamptonshire, hinting at possible differences in policing strategies, demographic profiles, or environmental factors that reduce crime exposure compared to more densely populated regions.

Month-on-month changes revealed stark contrasts: possession of weapons and robbery both doubled from zero to one and two cases respectively, while public order offences fell by 60% (from 10 to 4). These shifts suggest potential short-term disruptions, such as isolated incidents or targeted activity. The violent crime category remained high compared to the UK average, with a rate of 2.8 per 1,000—1% below the national figure—but this masks the surge in robbery, which was 82% above the UK average for that category. Anti-social behaviour, a common concern in smaller communities, decreased by 23.1% (from 13 to 10), possibly due to targeted interventions or seasonal changes. The 1-in-168 resident monthly exposure rate (based on 56 crimes across 9,380 residents) is significantly lower than the UK average, which typically sees 1-in-100 residents affected monthly. Residents may find the 100% increase in robbery cases particularly concerning, as it highlights vulnerabilities in personal safety despite the overall low crime rate.

Irthlingborough’s crime rate in May 2024 (6.0 per 1,000) fell 3.4% from the previous month’s rate of 6.2, indicating a slight but consistent decline. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported per day—equivalent to one crime for every 168 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which typically sees higher frequencies in similar-sized communities. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Irthlingborough’s crime profile is markedly safer than the national norm: for instance, violent crimes here occur at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, compared to the UK’s 2.8 per 1,000 (though the local rate is 1% below the UK average). This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing presence, or environmental design—may be effectively reducing crime risks. However, the 100% increase in robbery cases, though numerically small, underscores the need for vigilance in specific contexts, such as public spaces during peak social hours. The comparison with the UK highlights both the effectiveness of local crime prevention efforts and the potential for targeted interventions in areas where rates deviate from national norms.