Alnwick Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Alnwick’s crime profile in February 2026 was defined by an outlier: 'Other crime' accounted for all recorded incidents, a category that was 33% above the UK average rate of 0.1 per 1,000. This unusual concentration contrasts with the area’s overall crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000, which was 96.9% below the national average of 6.4 per 1,000. The absence of other crime types—such as violence, theft, or vehicle crime—suggests that the single reported incident in February may have been classified under a broader, less specific category. This anomaly could reflect either local reporting practices or the nature of incidents in a low-density built-up area like Alnwick, where crime is infrequent and often unclassified. Seasonal context further shapes the data: February, as a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, aligns with the exceptionally low crime rate. The area’s rural character, limited urban infrastructure, and strong community policing may contribute to its safety profile. While the UK average for 'Other crime' is higher than Alnwick’s rate, the dominance of this category in the local data raises questions about whether it captures underreported or uniquely local incidents. The stark contrast with the UK average underscores Alnwick’s status as an outlier in national crime statistics, a position that may be reinforced by its geographic and demographic characteristics.

February 2026 saw a 50% decrease in 'Other crime' compared to January 2026, dropping from 2 to 1 incident. This category, which accounted for 100% of all crimes in the month, was 33% above the UK average rate of 0.1 per 1,000. The absence of other crime types highlights an unusual concentration in 'Other crime', a category that includes non-specific or unclassified incidents. For residents, the daily crime count of 0 per day provides reassurance of the area’s safety. The month-on-month shift from January’s rate of 3.2 to February’s 0.2 per 1,000 underscores the volatility of crime trends in small communities, though the overall low level of crime suggests minimal risk. This contrast with the UK average for 'Other crime' may reflect local factors such as the nature of reported incidents or differences in policing priorities.

Alnwick’s February 2026 crime rate of 0.2 per 1,000 residents marks a steep decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.2 per 1,000, reflecting a 95.4% reduction. This drop positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 96.9% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day in February, underscoring the rarity of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 6,508 residents, a figure that contextualises the low likelihood of encountering crime for individuals living or visiting Alnwick. When scaled to the local population, this suggests that the vast majority of residents experience no direct exposure to crime during any given month. The stark contrast between February’s rate and the previous month’s highlights the volatility of crime trends, though the low absolute numbers indicate a stable, if exceptionally safe, environment. This stability is consistent with Alnwick’s character as a historic, low-density built-up area where community cohesion and limited urban infrastructure may contribute to the low crime profile.