Daventry Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Daventry’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 7.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 4% increase over the UK average of 7.5. This figure reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences, with November’s unique calendar—spanning Bonfire Night, Black Friday, and the onset of winter darkness—potentially amplifying certain crime trends. The top two crime categories were violence and sexual offences (79 incidents, 32.1% of total) and anti-social behaviour (63 incidents, 25.6%), both of which are consistent with patterns observed in medium-sized urban areas with mixed residential and commercial zones. The dominance of violent crime may be linked to the area’s transport infrastructure, which facilitates both commuter activity and transient populations, while anti-social behaviour could be influenced by the density of public spaces such as town centres and transport hubs. Seasonal context plays a crucial role: the extended darkness of November likely contributed to a rise in crimes occurring in poorly lit areas, though this is not explicitly quantified in the data. Meanwhile, the relatively low levels of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000, 40% below the UK average) suggest that local vehicle security measures or the absence of high-traffic parking zones may be mitigating such incidents. The UK comparison is particularly noteworthy for anti-social behaviour, which was 90% above the national average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in this category. This data highlights the importance of contextualising crime trends within the specific geography and demographics of Daventry, rather than relying solely on aggregate statistics.

November 2023 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, with incidents jumping from 7 to 17—a 142.9% increase. This spike aligns with Black Friday shopping activity, which often drives retail theft in areas with major high streets. Bicycle theft also rose sharply, doubling from 1 to 2 incidents, while theft from the person increased from 0 to 1. These rises contrast with a significant 80% drop in ‘other crime’ reports, which fell from 5 to 1. The crime mix shifted notably: violent crimes (79 incidents) and anti-social behaviour (63) remained dominant, but anti-social behaviour was 90% above the UK average, a stark deviation. Public order offences, though lower than anti-social behaviour, were 32% above the UK rate. This suggests a growing challenge in managing disorder in public spaces, potentially linked to the area’s role as a transport and retail hub. For residents, the 142.9% rise in shoplifting may prompt closer attention to local retail security measures, particularly during peak shopping periods.

Daventry’s crime rate in November 2023 rose to 7.8 per 1,000 residents, a 20.1% increase from the previous month’s 6.5 per 1,000. This places the area 4% above the UK average, reflecting a broader trend in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 8 crimes reported each day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 128 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to population size. This monthly exposure rate, while not alarmingly high, underscores the need for continued community vigilance. The population context is critical: with 31,384 residents, even small shifts in crime rates can have measurable impacts on local safety perceptions. Comparisons to the UK average must be viewed cautiously, as Daventry’s unique characteristics—such as its position as a transport hub and retail centre—may influence crime patterns differently than other areas. The rise in anti-social behaviour and public order offences, for instance, could be linked to the area’s role as a commuter node, where transient populations may contribute to higher levels of disorder.