Wellingborough Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wellingborough’s September 2025 crime rate of 10.0 per 1,000 residents places it 35.1% above the UK average of 7.4, underscoring a significant divergence from national trends. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, which account for 34.8% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.4%) and vehicle crime (8.2%). These figures suggest a mix of social and environmental factors influencing local crime patterns. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students and the start of the academic year—likely contributes to the prominence of violent crime, as increased foot traffic and social interactions may heighten opportunities for such offences. Conversely, the sharp decline in shoplifting, which fell by 52.5% compared to August, could be attributed to improved retail security measures or the impact of the academic calendar, with fewer tourists in the area. Vehicle crime, however, saw a dramatic 100% increase, linked to the rise in car-related activity as students and commuters return. The area’s built-up nature, typical of a commuter town or market centre, may explain the higher rates of property-related crimes, while the persistent above-average rates of violence and anti-social behaviour indicate deeper socio-economic challenges. This data illustrates a community grappling with a combination of local dynamics and seasonal influences, requiring targeted interventions to address the most pressing issues.

September 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime surging by 100% to 46 incidents—a stark contrast to the 23 recorded in August. This increase, coupled with a 100% rise in bicycle theft, may be linked to seasonal transitions, such as the return of students and the start of the academic year, which could have increased the number of unsecured vehicles and bikes in public spaces. Meanwhile, shoplifting plummeted by 52.5%, from 80 to 38 cases, a drop that could reflect heightened police presence or store security measures. Violence and sexual offences remained 36% above the UK average, with 196 incidents reported—highlighting a persistent challenge in this category. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 18.3%, though it still remained 45% above the national average. These shifts illustrate a combination of factors, from local initiatives to broader seasonal influences, that shape the area’s crime profile.

Wellingborough’s crime rate rose by 4.1% from 9.6 to 10.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, marking a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, reflects a localised shift in criminal activity patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 19 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of crime in everyday life. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-101 residents highlights the frequency with which crime intersects with the community. This statistic, while not alarmingly high, suggests that residents are not immune to the challenges of maintaining safety. The population context—56,709 residents—means that even a small percentage of the population affected by crime translates to a significant number of individuals. The comparison to the previous month reveals that while the overall rate is up, the changes in specific crime categories may indicate targeted issues, such as the sharp rise in vehicle crime, which demands closer attention from local authorities.