Kettering Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Kettering's built-up area within North Northamptonshire recorded a crime rate of 8.8 per 1,000 residents in November 2024, placing it 15.8% above the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local factors, including seasonal dynamics and the area's character as a mixed urban and semi-rural locality. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (38.7% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and shoplifting (7.7%). These patterns align with the area's retail presence and the seasonal context of November, which includes dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping. The elevated rate of violence and sexual offences may partly explain the 32% gap above the UK average for this category, consistent with the presence of high-footfall areas and the impact of reduced daylight hours on public safety. Anti-social behaviour, while still a significant concern, saw a notable decrease from October's figures, potentially influenced by community initiatives or seasonal shifts in activity patterns. Shoplifting rates, though modest, remained slightly above the UK average, likely tied to retail activity during the pre-Christmas period. The overall crime rate, while higher than the national average, shows a balance between property and violent crime, with property crimes accounting for 28.9% of the total. This suggests a need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of retail outlets and public spaces. The data underscores the importance of context-specific strategies, as Kettering's unique blend of urban and semi-rural features shapes its crime profile distinctively.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in robbery, which surged by 125% from four incidents in October to nine in November. This sharp increase, though still a small proportion of total crimes, raises questions about potential triggers such as the timing of Bonfire Night or changes in policing focus. Conversely, public order offences fell by 51.8% from 56 to 27, a reduction that may reflect the impact of local initiatives addressing anti-social behaviour during the month. Violence and sexual offences remained high compared to the UK average, with a rate of 3.4 per 1,000 (32% above the national figure), highlighting persistent challenges in this category. Anti-social behaviour, while showing a 26.4% decline from October, still accounted for 18.4% of all crimes, underscoring its continued significance as a local issue. Shoplifting rates remained closely aligned with the UK average, at 0.7 per 1,000, suggesting that Kettering's retail environment does not deviate significantly from national trends. The data also reveals a stark contrast in drug-related crime, with Kettering's rate of 0.5 per 1,000 being 92% above the UK average, pointing to a specific challenge in this area that may warrant further investigation.

Kettering's crime rate in November 2024 (8.8 per 1,000) marked a 16.4% decrease from October's rate of 10.5 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall criminal activity. This decline, though modest, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as the end of the academic term or the implementation of targeted policing strategies. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 19 crimes per day over the 30-day period, a figure that provides a tangible sense of the frequency of incidents for local residents. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure to crime translated to one reported crime for every 114 residents, a metric that contextualises the impact of crime on the community. This rate, while higher than the UK average, highlights the need for continued vigilance and resource allocation. The comparison to previous months also reveals a shift in the crime mix, with violent offences maintaining their prominence despite the overall decline. These figures, when considered alongside Kettering's demographic and geographic profile, suggest a nuanced picture where certain crime types remain entrenched while others show signs of improvement. The data underscores the importance of maintaining a balance between addressing immediate concerns and implementing long-term strategies to sustain the downward trend.