Raunds Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

April 2025 marked a notable shift in Raunds' crime profile, with the area’s overall crime rate (4.2 per 1,000 residents) remaining 45.5% below the UK average. This continued underperformance relative to national figures highlights the area’s consistently lower crime levels, a pattern likely influenced by its largely rural character and smaller population. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, accounting for 51.2% of all reported incidents—far exceeding its share in the UK average. This dominance may be tied to the built-up nature of the area, where concentrated populations and limited public spaces could contribute to such offences. Violence and sexual offences, though a significant portion of total crimes (29.3%), were 54% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community measures. The seasonal context of April—Easter and early spring—may have influenced crime patterns, with reduced retail activity lowering shoplifting rates, though this was offset by a 100% increase in bicycle theft. The latter could reflect growing cycling infrastructure or seasonal travel patterns, though further analysis would be needed to confirm. Overall, the data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal factors, and crime trends, with Raunds maintaining its position as a relatively safe area despite specific spikes in certain categories.

April 2025 saw a significant shift in crime patterns, with shoplifting incidents dropping by 75% compared to the previous month, likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during the Easter holidays. Bicycle theft, however, rose by 100%, a stark increase that may be linked to increased cycling during spring weather. Drug-related offences also doubled, marking a concerning uptick in this category. These changes contrast with the UK average, where anti-social behaviour in Raunds (2.1 per 1,000) is 58% higher than the national rate, while violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) are 54% below the UK average. The sharp decline in shoplifting—down from 4 to 1 incident—suggests a possible seasonal effect, with fewer retail opportunities during Easter. Meanwhile, the spike in bicycle theft may indicate a growing trend in local transportation habits, though can be established without further data. These shifts underscore the importance of monitoring specific crime categories for targeted interventions.

Raunds' crime rate in April 2025 (4.2 per 1,000 residents) marks a 44.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the area over recent months, though the pace of reduction accelerated in April. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,891 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 241 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average when scaled to the same population size, though direct comparisons to national figures are not provided. The shift in crime mix—particularly the drop in shoplifting and criminal damage—suggests a possible seasonal influence, with fewer outdoor activities during early spring potentially reducing opportunities for such crimes. However, the rise in bicycle theft and drug-related incidents may indicate emerging local patterns requiring further observation.