Rothwell (North Northamptonshire) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rothwell (North Northamptonshire) recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, placing it 32.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure, while historically low for the area, reflects a notable seasonal shift as October's darker evenings and Halloween activities may have influenced local crime patterns. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 35.9% of all reported incidents (19 cases), followed by criminal damage and arson (17.0%) and anti-social behaviour (13.2%). The area's violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) remains significantly below the UK average for this category, though property crime rates show greater volatility. The seasonal context of October—marked by clocks going back and increased darkness—may have contributed to a rise in antisocial behaviour and property-related offences. While the area's overall crime profile remains relatively safe, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson highlights the need for community awareness during periods of heightened seasonal activity. Rothwell's crime picture, shaped by its character as a built-up area within North Northamptonshire, suggests that local initiatives targeting property crime could help sustain the area's historically lower crime rates.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in criminal damage and arson, which jumped from 1 to 9 incidents—an 800% increase. This surge, combined with a 400% rise in burglary and 300% increase in vehicle crime, points to a sharp uptick in property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences, however, fell by 17.4% to 19 cases, marking the largest single-category decline. Rothwell's violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) remains 29% below the UK average for this category, while criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) is 61% above the national rate. These contrasting trends suggest a combination of factors, with property crime spikes potentially linked to seasonal transitions and Halloween-related activities. Residents might find the 800% increase in criminal damage particularly concerning, as it indicates a significant shift in local crime patterns.

Rothwell's crime rate rose by 35.7% from 3.8 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, marking the largest monthly increase in the area's recent history. This shift brings the total crime count to 53 for the month, averaging 2 crimes per day across Rothwell's 10,164 residents. While the daily rate remains low compared to national benchmarks, the monthly exposure figure of 1 reported crime for every 192 residents underscores the local impact of crime. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Rothwell's crime profile, though historically below the UK average, has shown volatility in recent months. This increase coincides with seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and Halloween activities, which may influence patterns of antisocial behaviour and property crime. The absence of a UK daily crime comparison means local context must be considered independently, but the 35.7% rise highlights a need for targeted community engagement during this period.