Irthlingborough Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Irthlingborough during August 2025 reveals a distinct mix of offences that diverges from the UK average. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 36.2% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 33.3%. This balance suggests a community grappling with interpersonal conflicts and public order challenges, though the overall crime rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents remains 8.6% below the UK average of 8.1. The seasonal context of August—peak holiday month with increased tourism and potentially more unoccupied homes—may contribute to shifts in crime patterns, though property crime remains relatively low at 8 incidents. Violent crime rates in Irthlingborough are 6% below the UK average for this category, which could reflect local initiatives or demographic factors such as a lower proportion of young adults in the population. Conversely, anti-social behaviour is significantly higher than the UK average, a trend that may be linked to the area’s built-up nature and the concentration of residential properties in proximity to public spaces. Public order offences, however, are 31% below the UK average, due to effective community policing or the absence of large-scale events in the area. The data underscores a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with the crime mix highlighting both strengths and vulnerabilities in the area’s safety framework.

August 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences surging by 66.7% compared to July, rising from 15 to 25 incidents. This increase, while still below the UK average for the category, raises questions about localized stressors such as seasonal tensions or changes in community dynamics. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, though the month-on-month decrease of 30.3% from 33 to 23 incidents suggests some moderation. The most striking anomaly is the 200% increase in 'other crime'—a category that may include minor infractions or unclassified offences—highlighting gaps in data categorization or emerging issues. Shoplifting, which rose 100% from zero to two incidents, contrasts with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, indicating a possible seasonal dip in retail crime. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 80%, from five to one incident, possibly due to reduced summer activities or targeted interventions. The area’s performance in possession of weapons—233% above the UK average—warrants attention. These fluctuations illustrate an area where certain crime types are highly sensitive to seasonal and local factors, while others remain stable or even decline.

The crime rate in Irthlingborough for August 2025 (7.4 per 1,000) represents a 2.8% decrease from July’s rate of 7.6, reflecting a slight but consistent trend of lower overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experiences roughly two crimes per day, a figure that contextualizes the monthly total of 69 incidents within the rhythm of everyday life. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 136 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban areas but higher than the UK average for similar-sized communities. With a population of 9,380, the localised nature of crimes—particularly the concentration of anti-social behaviour and violence in specific neighbourhoods—suggests that targeted policing or community engagement could further reduce incidents. The 8.6% gap between Irthlingborough’s rate and the UK average underscores the area’s relative safety, though the disparity in specific categories (such as anti-social behaviour) highlights areas for improvement. For residents, these figures translate to a manageable but not negligible risk, with the most pressing concerns remaining interpersonal conflicts and public order issues that demand sustained attention.