Raunds Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Raunds’ crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents placed it just 1.4% above the UK average, but the distribution of crimes painted a distinct local picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 50.7% of all reported crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000 (43% above). This dominance of violent crime, coupled with shoplifting at 1.0 per 1,000 (61% above the UK average), suggests a unique blend of personal safety concerns and retail-related challenges. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall—may have influenced these patterns. For instance, the spike in shoplifting could reflect heightened economic pressures or opportunistic behaviour during a typically quieter month. Meanwhile, the relatively low rates of property crimes (such as burglary at 0.1 per 1,000, 67% below the UK average) indicate that residential areas may be less targeted, due to the town’s character as a smaller, built-up area with fewer high-traffic zones. The seasonal dip in outdoor activity likely contributed to the 35% reduction in public order offences compared to the UK average, though the 200% increase in public order cases in January highlights localized tensions that may require further attention. These dynamics illustrate how crime rates, while numerically modest, can translate into tangible risks for residents, particularly in areas where violent crime affects daily life.

January 2025 saw stark fluctuations in crime types, with public order offences surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases) and possession of weapons rising by 100% (from 0 to 2). These increases, though numerically small, signal potential shifts in community dynamics. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 28.6% (14 to 10 cases), and criminal damage and arson fell by 33.3% (3 to 2), suggesting possible seasonal or situational factors at play. The breakdown reveals a marked divergence from UK averages: violence and sexual offences are 43% higher, while shoplifting is 61% above the national rate. This imbalance may reflect local characteristics, such as the impact of post-holiday periods on retail environments or increased social interactions during winter. Possession of weapons—233% above the UK average—raises questions about local enforcement or community safety measures. These variations highlight the need for nuanced analysis beyond raw numbers.

Raunds' crime rate in January 2025 rose to 7.2 per 1,000 residents, a 20.3% increase from the previous month's 6.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported each day, or one crime for every 139 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate is only 1.4% above the UK average, the shift in crime patterns reveals significant local variations. For instance, the monthly exposure figure—1 in 139 residents affected—provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though the rate remains relatively low compared to larger urban centres. The population context is key: with 9,891 residents, even small changes in crime numbers can impact local perceptions. The increase in violent crimes and shoplifting, coupled with decreases in property-related offences, highlights a shift in the balance between personal safety and economic crime. This contrast with the UK average underscores the need for targeted local responses, as the area's smaller size means each incident carries a more pronounced effect on the community.