Moulton (West Northamptonshire) Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Moulton's crime profile in October 2024, accounting for 53.9% of all reported crimes. This category alone saw an 110% increase from September, driven by factors consistent with the month's seasonal context—darker evenings, Halloween-related activity, and the transition from autumn to winter. While the overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents is 25.9% below the UK average, the local pattern diverges sharply from national trends. Violent crime here is 20% above the UK average, with 3.2 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a concentration of incidents in public spaces and residential areas. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK average, remains a persistent issue, comprising 15.4% of crimes. The area's built-up character within West Northamptonshire likely contributes to these patterns, with limited public lighting and transient populations in certain zones potentially exacerbating opportunities for violent incidents. Seasonal factors, such as the autumnal shift in social activity and reduced daylight, may amplify tensions in shared spaces like parks and transport hubs. Property crime, while lower than the UK average, shows a 52% increase in burglary rates compared to national figures, linked to targeted residential areas with higher foot traffic during weekends. The data suggests a need for focused interventions in high-risk zones, particularly during evening hours, to address the sharp rise in violent crime while maintaining the area's overall lower-than-average crime profile.

Violence and sexual offences surged 110% in October, rising from 10 to 21 incidents—a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, where Moulton's rate is 20% higher. This increase aligns with October's seasonal dynamics, including darker evenings and Halloween-related gatherings. Burglary also saw a 100% jump, with three incidents reported—double the previous month's total—despite remaining below the UK average. Public order offences rose 33.3%, potentially tied to increased foot traffic in local amenities. Vehicle crime fell 50% from four to two incidents, a marked contrast to the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000, where Moulton's rate is 36% lower. This decline may reflect improved security measures at car parks or reduced vehicle density during the month. Anti-social behaviour, though down from September, remains 30% below the UK average at 0.9 per 1,000. Residents should be aware of the sharp rise in violent crime, which now constitutes over half of all reported incidents, and consider avoiding poorly lit areas after dark. The data highlights a critical divergence between Moulton's violent crime trends and its overall lower-than-average crime rate, suggesting targeted local factors are at play.

Moulton's crime rate in October 2024 rose 25.8% from 4.8 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents, marking the first upward shift in the year. This increase, however, still leaves the area 25.9% below the UK average, underscoring its relatively safer position nationally. On a daily basis, 1 crime was reported per day in October—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's built-up character and population density of 6,497 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable urban centres. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while Moulton's residents face a 6.0 per 1,000 risk, this is significantly less than the UK's 8.1 per 1,000 average. The contrast is most pronounced in violent crime, where Moulton's rate is 20% above the UK average, yet property crime remains 36% below national figures. This divergence suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or demographic composition—play a pivotal role in shaping crime patterns. Residents should note that while the overall rate has increased, the area still maintains a safer profile compared to the UK as a whole, with targeted efforts likely contributing to the continued suppression of property-related offences.