Raunds Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Raunds' crime rate in December 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, marking an 18.6% reduction below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.2% of all reported incidents — a 5% increase above the UK average for this category. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 23.2% of total crimes and 40% above the UK rate. The surge in these categories may be partly explained by the seasonal context of December, which typically sees heightened social activity, darker evenings, and the pressures of holiday preparations. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and other theft remained significantly below UK averages, with burglary at 64% below the national rate. This contrast suggests that while violent and disruptive crime has risen, property-related incidents have continued to decline, possibly due to increased community engagement or seasonal factors that reduce opportunities for such crimes. The overall crime rate, though lower than the UK average, shows a marked increase from November, with a 36.4% rise in the monthly rate. This growth, however, remains within the bounds of Raunds' historical trends, which have consistently shown lower crime levels compared to larger urban areas. The breakdown of crime types illustrates a shift in the nature of incidents, with violent and anti-social crimes becoming more prominent — a trend that may be influenced by the area's built-up character and the specific pressures of the festive season. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in public spaces and during late-night hours, as the data indicates a clear rise in incidents involving personal safety and public order.

Violence and sexual offences surged by 80% in December, rising from 15 to 27 incidents — the highest category by volume. This spike, combined with a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson (from 3 to 6 cases), points to heightened tensions during the festive season. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with 13 reports — 40% above the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime climbed 66.7% (3 to 5), a trend consistent with increased traffic during holiday shopping and seasonal travel. In contrast, burglary fell by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), aligning with the area's overall 18.6% reduction below the UK average. Residents should be particularly vigilant in areas with high foot traffic, as the breakdown shows that violence and anti-social behaviour now account for over 70% of reported incidents.

Raunds' crime rate in December 2025 rose 36.4% compared to November, climbing from 4.2 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while still below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, reflects a notable uptick in reported incidents. Locally, 2 crimes were recorded daily on average over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in this built-up area. Over the course of December, one crime occurred for every 177 residents — a monthly aggregate that highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The population context shows that Raunds' smaller size contributes to lower absolute numbers, but the proportional rise in violent crime warrants attention. While burglary and other theft categories fell significantly below UK averages, the surge in violence and anti-social behaviour suggests a shift in crime dynamics that may relate to seasonal factors such as holiday-related tensions or increased public gatherings.