Raunds Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Raunds' crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 35.1% of all reported incidents—a figure that underscores the area's distinct crime dynamics. With 20 cases recorded, this category was the most common, significantly outpacing the UK average for violent crime by 26% (2.0 vs 2.7 per 1,000). The town's overall crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents placed it 29.3% below the UK average of 8.2, a gap that reflects both local policing efforts and the area's character as a smaller built-up community with limited commercial density. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 26.3% of total crimes, though this rate was only 4% above the UK's 1.4 per 1,000. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping these patterns, with August's peak holiday season potentially increasing burglary risks through empty homes and altered routines. However, the 87% above UK average rate for burglary (0.6 vs 0.3 per 1,000) highlights an anomaly that may warrant further investigation. Despite these spikes, the overall low crime rate compared to national benchmarks suggests that Raunds' built-up area maintains a relatively safe environment, influenced by its compact size and community-focused policing strategies.

August 2024 marked a sharp increase in burglary, with six incidents reported—tripling the previous month's count. This surge, though still below the UK average for burglary by 87%, raises questions about seasonal factors such as holiday-related property vulnerabilities. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 28.6%, dropping from 28 to 20 cases, a trend consistent with the UK average's 26% deficit in this category. Anti-social behaviour remained a persistent issue, accounting for 26.3% of total crimes, slightly above the UK's 1.4 per 1,000 rate. Residents may find the 58% reduction in shoplifting particularly notable, with only three incidents reported compared to the UK's 0.7 per 1,000 average. These shifts highlight a combination of local demographics and seasonal patterns, with August's peak holiday season potentially influencing both property crime and public order dynamics.

Raunds' crime rate in August 2024 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 5.1% decrease from the previous month's 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area during summer months, though August's figures remain lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the town experienced approximately two reported crimes per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 9,891, this translates to one reported crime for every 174 residents over the course of the month—a figure that underscores the area's overall safety profile. The population-scaled perspective also highlights how the local crime picture diverges from national trends, with certain categories like burglary and drugs showing stark contrasts to UK averages. This context is critical for residents seeking to understand how their community's crime dynamics compare to both regional and national benchmarks.