Raunds Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Raunds recorded a crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents in May 2023, placing it 21.3% below the UK average of 8.0. This performance contrasts with national trends, where the built-up area within North Northamptonshire demonstrates a lower incidence of crime. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.9% of all reported crimes (26 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (22.6%, 14 cases) and public order offences (12.9%, 8 cases). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of May, when extended daylight hours and bank holidays often correlate with increased social activity and outdoor drinking. The local context of Raunds—a small built-up area with limited commercial density—likely contributes to this profile, though the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife venues suggests the violence figures may reflect localized tensions rather than broader urban patterns. The relatively low rate of property crimes (10 cases, 16.1% of total) further distinguishes Raunds from larger urban centres where theft and burglary dominate. The crime rate remains stable compared to the previous year, despite the month-on-month increase in certain categories, indicating a broader structural resilience in local crime management.

May 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Public order offences surged by 100% compared to April, rising from 4 to 8 cases—a shift that may reflect the impact of extended evenings and bank holidays on local social dynamics. Violence and sexual offences also rose sharply, increasing by 62.5% (16 to 26 cases), though this remains 6% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 75% (4 to 1 case), potentially linked to reduced commuter traffic during the holiday period. The breakdown of crimes against the UK average reveals stark contrasts: while anti-social behaviour is 5% above the national rate, criminal damage and arson are 19% below. This divergence may reflect the area's limited industrial activity and smaller population density. For residents, the most immediate concern is the 21% increase in public order offences compared to the UK average, which suggests a need for community-focused interventions in public spaces. The data also highlights that other crime—such as possession of weapons—surpassed the UK average by 114%, a figure that may warrant closer attention given its potential implications for local safety.

Raunds' crime rate of 6.3 per 1,000 residents in May 2023 represents a 29.3% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.9. This rise, while notable, remains significantly below the UK average, underscoring the area's consistent performance relative to national trends. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in May—a figure that, while modest, reflects the small population scale: over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 160 residents. This monthly exposure ratio provides context for residents, showing that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is lower than in larger urban centres where crime rates are often higher per capita. The population of 9,891 further highlights the challenge of maintaining low crime rates in a small built-up area, where community cohesion and limited anonymity may play roles in deterring criminal activity. While the month-on-month increase in certain categories raises questions, the overall trajectory remains aligned with Raunds' historical pattern of relatively low crime levels. This comparison to the UK average reinforces the area's position as a safer locale within the broader national context, though localised efforts to address the rise in public order offences will be critical in sustaining this performance.