Moulton (West Northamptonshire) Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Moulton (West Northamptonshire) recorded a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents in September 2023, 40% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure reflects a consistent trend of lower-than-average crime levels in the area, which is likely influenced by its relatively small built-up character and lower population density compared to major urban centres. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 38.7% of total crimes (12 incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (32.3%, 10 incidents) and burglary (16.1%, 5 incidents). The seasonal context of September—marked by the start of the school term and university freshers' week—may have contributed to a slight uptick in anti-social behaviour. compared to August. Conversely, property crimes as a whole remained low, with only 7 incidents reported, compared to 12 violent crimes. The area's crime profile suggests a balance between community-focused policing efforts and the natural ebb and flow of seasonal activity. The low overall crime rate is consistent with the area's character as a smaller built-up zone within a rural district, where social cohesion and limited commercial activity may act as mitigating factors. However, the higher-than-average rates for burglary (150% above UK average) and possession of weapons (329% above UK average) highlight specific vulnerabilities that warrant targeted attention.

The most dramatic month-on-month change occurred in 'other theft', which surged by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident), while possession of weapons also rose by 100% (from 0 to 2). These spikes, though small in absolute terms, reflect a significant shift in the crime mix. Burglary increased by 66.7% (3 to 5 incidents), likely linked to the seasonal transition as households returned from summer holidays. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), possibly due to reduced vandalism during the school term. Violence and sexual offences, the largest category, decreased by 7.7% (from 13 to 12), a minor but notable drop. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 16.7%, potentially reflecting the start of the academic year and increased community oversight. The UK comparison reveals stark contrasts: while violence and sexual offences in Moulton are 31% below the UK average, burglary rates are 150% above the national average, and possession of weapons is 329% above. These figures highlight the area's unique challenges, particularly in relation to property crime and weapons-related incidents, which may be influenced by local demographics or enforcement priorities.

September's crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents marked a 22.6% decrease from August's 6.2 per 1,000, indicating a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day in September, a rate that, while low, remains a local metric without a UK-wide counterpart. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 210 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the area's population of 6,497. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which would equate to roughly one crime for every 125 residents (based on the UK's 8.0 per 1,000 rate). The population-scaled perspective underscores Moulton's relative safety, particularly when considering the high rates of burglary and weapons possession that are not reflected in the overall crime rate. However, the sharp increase in other theft and possession of weapons in September suggests that specific pockets of the community may be experiencing heightened vulnerability. These trends, when viewed alongside the area's built-up character and seasonal dynamics, highlight the importance of targeted interventions to address emerging risks while maintaining the broader low-crime environment.