Northampton Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Northampton recorded 2,430 crimes across its built-up area, translating to a crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents. This figure, which is 32.4% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000, highlights the area’s elevated risk profile compared to the national context. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (747 incidents, 30.7% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (450, 18.5%) and shoplifting (300, 12.4%). These patterns align with Northampton’s character as a major urban centre with a mix of commercial, residential, and educational zones. The high rate of violence and sexual offences may be influenced by the area’s nightlife and the transition period of September, as university freshers return and nights draw in. Anti-social behaviour, which is 54% above the UK average, likely reflects the density of population and the challenges of managing public spaces in a built-up area. Shoplifting’s 97% above-average rate is consistent with the presence of retail hubs and the seasonal influx of students and shoppers. These findings suggest that while Northampton’s crime profile is shaped by its urban nature, targeted strategies could help address the most pressing issues.

September 2025 saw a sharp 29.1% decrease in anti-social behaviour, dropping from 635 to 450 incidents. This decline may partly explain the overall 10.3% monthly reduction in crime rates. Conversely, burglary increased by 19.1% (94 to 112), and robbery rose by 18.8% (48 to 57), indicating emerging trends in property and personal crime. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, accounting for 30.7% of all crimes, and were 16% above the UK average. Shoplifting also stood out, with a rate 97% above the national average. Theft from the person fell by 55.6% (9 to 4), a drop that may reflect heightened awareness during the back-to-school period. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local policing efforts.

Northampton's crime rate in September 2025 fell by 10.3% compared to the previous month, dropping from 10.9 to 9.8 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with a reduction in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 29.1% as incidents dropped from 635 to 450. However, the area remains significantly above the UK average, with a rate 32.4% higher than the national figure of 7.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, Northampton recorded approximately 81 crimes per day in September, a figure that highlights the persistent challenge of maintaining public safety in a built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 102 residents, underscoring the frequency of incidents relative to the local population. This monthly exposure rate, while lower than the previous month, still reflects a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas.