Crime Rate in Northwell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Northwell

The total recorded crimes in Northwell, Luton, UK in March 2025 are around 49 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Northwell crime rate of 1.34 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Northwell, encompassing approximately 36,605 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-40.62% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Northwell Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Spear Close with total crimes: 7
  • Copenhagen Close with total crimes: 5
  • Purway Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Northwell?

To understand the safety of Northwell, we need to analyze Northwell crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Luton:

    • In 2024, Northwell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Luton average, with 855 crimes compared to 1333.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Northwell recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Northwell had fewer crimes than the Luton average, with 729 crimes compared to 1,074. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Northwell recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Luton, Northwell has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

Northwell Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Northwell has recorded 49 crimes with crime rate of 1.34 ranking 16th out of 18 in the Luton, UK

In 2024, the total Northwell crimes were 855. The crime rate of Northwell in 2024 was 23.36 (year) or 1.95 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Luton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Northwell were around 729 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.92 (year) or 1.66 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Luton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Luton)CrimesRank (Luton)CrimesRank (Luton)
South429 16,345 14,508 1
Dallow161 31,956 21,750 2
Biscot176 21,935 31,438 3
Wigmore126 51,642 51,361 4
High Town87 81,737 41,277 5
Farley128 41,591 61,272 6
Challney111 61,311 71,147 7
Saints89 71,132 8933 8
Leagrave56 12989 10910 9
Lewsey64 11999 9829 10
Crawley67 9721 14597 15
Round Green67 10757 12758 11
Limbury52 14715 15635 13
Sundon Park53 13744 13629 14
Stopsley50 15570 17493 16
Icknield47 17600 16459 17
Barnfield34 18401 18380 18
Bramingham32 19320 19305 19

Northwell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 30 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (20 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (27 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 32 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 22 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (60 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (19 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 327 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 60 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202532
January 202524
December 202430
November 202420
October 202423
September 202427
August 202417
July 202432
June 202460
May 202422
April 202421

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20257
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 176 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20256
January 202513
December 20248
November 202411
October 202420
September 20249
August 202415
July 202422
June 202430
May 202419
April 202413

A total of 30 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20247
October 20243
September 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20248
October 20247
September 20245
August 20241
July 202410
May 202410
April 20244

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 57 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20247
July 20244
June 202412
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
August 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 66 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20256
January 20253
December 20245
November 20249
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246
July 20242
June 202410
May 20248
April 20247

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 19 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20245
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242

High Crime Locations Northwell in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Northwell postcode area is presented below.

1. Spear Close (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour6
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Copenhagen Close (Map)
Total5
Burglary2
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Purway Close (Map)
Total4
Drugs2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Shanklin Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Robbery1
5. Burnt Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
6. Pottery Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Arrow Close (Map)
Total3
Other crime2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Underwood Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Northwell Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
10. Axe Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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