Raunds Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Raunds, the crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in January 2024 translates to a 1-in-190 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month—a figure that, while low, provides a tangible sense of risk in daily life. This rate is 28.4% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to the national profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 53.9% of all incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average where such crimes typically represent a smaller proportion. This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by the area’s character as a built-up rural community within North Northamptonshire, where smaller populations and limited anonymity could contribute to higher rates of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour followed with 17.3% of incidents, while public order offences made up 9.6%. These figures are consistent with January’s seasonal context: post-holiday periods often see fluctuations in crime, with reduced retail footfall lowering property-related offences but not necessarily violent ones. The data also shows that property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting remain significantly below the UK average, suggesting that Raunds’ spatial and economic characteristics—including limited commercial density or strong community policing—help mitigate such risks. However, the sharp increase in shoplifting and robbery in January raises questions about whether transient factors, such as temporary changes in local demographics or economic pressures, might have influenced these trends. Overall, the crime profile of Raunds in January highlights a community where violent crime remains a priority for local authorities, even as the area continues to outperform the UK average in other categories.

January 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, including a 100% increase in both shoplifting and robbery, which had previously been absent from reports. This uptick may reflect seasonal anomalies, such as post-holiday shopping or changes in local economic activity. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 12.5%, though it remains 9% below the UK average for this category. Conversely, crimes like drugs, other theft, and criminal damage and arson all decreased, with drugs falling by two-thirds—a sharp contrast to the 8% increase in violent crimes compared to the UK average. The dominance of violent crimes in Raunds, which constitute 53.9% of all reported incidents, stands in stark contrast to the UK profile, where such offences typically account for a smaller share. This discrepancy may be influenced by local factors such as community demographics or the area’s specific social dynamics, though further analysis would be needed to confirm such hypotheses. For residents, the 100% rise in shoplifting—a crime that occurred just once—might prompt closer attention to retail areas, even if the overall rate remains low.

Raunds recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 in January 2024, a 10.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of January, when reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours may lower opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported each day—a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in a relatively small population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 190 residents, a metric that contextualises the risk in terms of local population density. This monthly exposure rate, though low, highlights the importance of community vigilance in maintaining safety. When compared to the UK average, Raunds remains significantly safer, but the slight increase in violent crimes compared to the national average suggests areas for targeted intervention. The interplay between population size and crime frequency in Raunds illustrates a unique local dynamic, where even minor fluctuations in crime rates can have measurable impacts on residents’ perceptions of safety.