Wellingborough Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wellingborough’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 10.1 per 1,000 residents, 36.5% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This urbanised area, part of North Northamptonshire, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 35.4% of all incidents. These offences, at 3.6 per 1,000, were 38% above the UK average, reflecting a persistent challenge in this category. Vehicle crime followed closely, with 57 incidents recorded (1.0 per 1,000), exactly double the UK rate of 0.5 per 1,000. This may be linked to local traffic patterns or the area’s infrastructure, though seasonal factors like reduced daylight and post-holiday economic pressures likely contribute. The overall crime mix remained heavily skewed towards property and violent crimes, with property offences (214) and violent crimes (203) making up 64.6% of the total. This balance contrasts with areas where anti-social behaviour or drug-related crimes dominate, suggesting Wellingborough’s crime profile is shaped by its role as a commuter hub and retail centre. The post-holiday period in January, with shorter days and reduced retail footfall, may have amplified disputes or economic stress. The high rate of 'Other crime' (42 incidents) also highlights gaps in categorisation or underreporting, warranting further local analysis.

January 2024 saw a 250% increase in 'Other crime' from 12 to 42 incidents, the most significant jump in the dataset. This category, which includes unclassified or less common offences, rose sharply despite a 20% decrease in burglary (35 to 28). The spike in 'Other crime' may reflect unreported or under-recorded activities, though no direct causal link can be drawn. Meanwhile, vehicle crime surged by 72.7% (33 to 57), a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, where Wellingborough's rate of 1.0 per 1,000 is double. This could be linked to increased car usage during colder weather or specific local factors. Anti-social behaviour, however, dropped slightly below the UK average (0.9 vs 1.0 per 1,000). Residents may find the 50% reduction in theft from the person (from 2 to 1) noteworthy, though this remains a low-frequency category. The data also shows robbery rose by 150%, from 2 to 5 incidents, suggesting a need for targeted policing in high-risk areas.

Wellingborough's crime rate in January 2024 rose to 10.1 per 1,000 residents, a 12.5% increase from December's 9.0 per 1,000. This translates to approximately 18 crimes reported daily, with one in every 99 residents experiencing a crime over the month. The shift from December to January saw notable spikes in 'Other crime' (+250%) and robbery (+150%), though theft from the person fell by 50%. These figures highlight a seasonal fluctuation, with post-holiday periods often linked to increased disputes or economic pressures. The area’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, where vehicle crime (1.0 per 1,000) and violence (3.6 per 1,000) both exceed national benchmarks. While anti-social behaviour rates are 9% below the UK average, this contrast underscores the need for tailored local strategies. The population-scaled perspective reveals that crime here remains concentrated, with 10.1 per 1,000 residents significantly above the UK’s 7.4 per 1,000. This disparity suggests factors such as local demographics, economic conditions, or policing focus may be influencing trends.