Moulton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2023, Moulton (West Northamptonshire) recorded a crime rate of 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This figure places the area within a safer-than-average context nationally, though local patterns reveal a distinct balance between violent and property crimes. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.5% of all reported incidents, driven by 20 cases—nearly double the UK average for this category. Vehicle crime, at 12 cases (27.9% of total), was 280% above the UK average, highlighting a local vulnerability that may be tied to the area's transportation infrastructure or seasonal events like Bonfire Night. In contrast, property crimes such as shoplifting and burglary were significantly below the UK average, with shoplifting incidents at 64% below and burglary at 41% below. This divergence suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, the area's property crime profile is comparatively less active. Seasonal factors, including the lead-up to Christmas shopping and the darker evenings of November, likely influenced these patterns, as they often correlate with changes in criminal activity. The balance between violent and property crimes may indicate a need for targeted policing strategies, particularly in addressing the disproportionate rise in vehicle-related incidents while maintaining efforts to sustain the lower rates of property crime.

November 2023 saw a stark increase in vehicle crime, rising by 500% from two incidents in the previous month to 12. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night, which could have drawn more vehicles to public spaces. Conversely, burglary and other theft both fell by two-thirds, from three to one incident each, reflecting heightened awareness during the festive shopping period or improved security measures. The area's violent crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents—20% above the UK average—contrasts sharply with its property crime rate, which is 64% below the UK average for shoplifting. This imbalance suggests that local dynamics, such as the presence of high-traffic areas or community engagement initiatives, may be influencing the crime profile differently than national trends.

Moulton's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, a 6.5% decrease from the previous month's 7.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift toward shorter evenings and reduced outdoor activity, which may contribute to lower opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day over the 30-day period, reflecting a low but consistent level of criminal activity. When considering the population-scaled perspective, over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents. This monthly exposure figure contextualises the rate within the local community, highlighting that while crime remains present, it is proportionally lower than the UK average. The reduction in burglary and other theft by two-thirds suggests potential improvements in security measures or shifts in criminal focus during the month.