Wellingborough Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Wellingborough, 11.3 crimes were reported in June 2023 — 32.9% higher than the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of encountering 21 crimes across the built-up area, with one in every 89 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The most significant contributors to this rate were violence and sexual offences (4.4 per 1,000), anti-social behaviour (2.1 per 1,000), and criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of a mid-sized urban centre, where the start of summer often correlates with increased public activity and associated risks. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for nearly 40% of all crimes, may partly reflect the social dynamics of a town with a mix of residential and commercial zones, where late-night activity in retail areas and public spaces could contribute to higher rates. Anti-social behaviour, which exceeds the UK average by 42%, may be linked to the density of housing and the presence of public amenities that can amplify disruptive conduct. While the overall rate is concerning, not all crime categories are high — for example, vehicle crime is 79% below the UK average, suggesting that traffic-related incidents are not a major concern in this area. The seasonal context of June, with its longer days and the beginning of tourist activity in nearby rural areas, may also influence crime patterns, particularly in relation to shoplifting and other retail-related offences.

June 2023 saw stark month-on-month changes in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft surging by 600% (from 1 to 7 incidents) — a figure that would be of particular interest to residents who rely on cycling for commuting or leisure. This spike could be linked to the warmer weather and increased cycling activity typical of summer months. Shoplifting also rose dramatically, increasing by 114.3% (from 21 to 45 incidents), which may reflect the start of the retail season and heightened foot traffic in local high streets. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 86.3% (from 51 to 7 incidents), a decrease that could be attributed to reduced car usage during the summer or improved security measures in parking areas. The breakdown of crime types reveals that Wellingborough's violent crime rate is 51% above the UK average, with 4.4 incidents per 1,000 residents compared to the national figure of 2.9. Similarly, anti-social behaviour is 42% above the UK average, highlighting a need for targeted community interventions in areas where such conduct is concentrated. However, some categories perform better than the national average — for instance, theft from the person is 29% below the UK rate, suggesting that personal security measures or lower foot traffic in certain areas may be contributing factors. These variations underscore the importance of understanding local crime dynamics rather than relying solely on national comparisons.

The crime rate in Wellingborough for June 2023 (11.3 per 1,000 residents) represents a 13.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.9 per 1,000, indicating a growing concern for residents. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 21 crimes reported each day — a figure that, while not immediately intuitive, provides a tangible sense of the frequency with which crime occurs in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 89 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly higher than the UK average when scaled to the local population. This comparison is particularly important for residents considering relocation or those assessing local safety, as it highlights the need for vigilance in everyday activities. The population context further underscores the significance of these figures: with 56,709 residents in Wellingborough, the 639 reported crimes in June represent a substantial proportion of the community. While the overall rate is concerning, not all categories are equally problematic — for example, burglary is 6% below the UK average, indicating that residential security in the area may be more effective than in other regions. These comparisons help contextualise the data for residents, allowing them to make informed decisions about their safety and the measures they might take to mitigate risk.