Crime Rate in Higham Ferrers: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Higham Ferrers

The total recorded crimes in Higham Ferrers, North Northamptonshire, UK in March 2025 are around 144 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Higham Ferrers crime rate of 8.35 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 Higham Ferrers, encompassing approximately 17,241 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (54) incidents (86.21% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (-11.11% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (-10.53% decrease)
Higham Ferrers Crime Hotspots

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

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 32
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 31
  • Bridge Court with total crimes: 12

How safe is Higham Ferrers?

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

  • Relative to North Northamptonshire:

    • In 2024, Higham Ferrers reported a higher crime volume than the North Northamptonshire average, with 1,806 crimes compared to 1,502. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Higham Ferrers witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Higham Ferrers experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Northamptonshire average, with 1,579 crimes compared to 1,303. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Higham Ferrers witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Northamptonshire, Higham Ferrers has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Higham Ferrers Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Higham Ferrers has recorded 144 crimes with crime rate of 8.35 ranking 7th out of 25 in the North Northamptonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Higham Ferrers crimes were 1,806. The crime rate of Higham Ferrers in 2024 was 104.74 (year) or 8.73 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Higham Ferrers were around 1,579 crimes with yearly crime rate of 91.58 (year) or 7.63 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Northamptonshire)CrimesRank (North Northamptonshire)CrimesRank (North Northamptonshire)
Croyland and Swanspool323 13,940 12,743 1
Northall312 23,415 22,505 2
Kingswood202 32,577 32,474 3
Irchester142 82,142 42,051 4
Corby Rural167 41,792 71,334 9
Lloyds155 52,127 52,029 5
Brickhill and Queensway144 61,738 81,638 6
Windmill107 121,616 91,387 8
Hatton Park138 91,419 121,238 12
Rushden South105 131,423 111,329 10
Rushden Pemberton West78 211,430 101,079 15
Clover Hill128 101,331 151,207 13
Wicksteed105 141,410 131,293 11
Finedon107 111,382 141,036 16
Corby West85 171,093 161,197 14
Oakley92 15915 18918 18
Ise91 16853 22727 24
Irthlingborough72 221,051 17931 17
Rothwell and Mawsley81 18868 21738 23
Desborough81 19759 25857 19
Burton and Broughton70 23900 19748 22
Earls Barton59 25787 24813 20
Raunds78 20889 20794 21
Thrapston60 24810 23703 25
Oundle36 26566 26522 26

Higham Ferrers Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (54 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (32 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 29 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (29 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (33 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (48 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (18 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 41 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 34 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (104 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (52 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (54 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (50 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (44 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (44 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20254
December 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 202410
May 20244

A total of 532 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 44.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 104 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202536
January 202535
December 202434
November 202428
October 202447
September 202448
August 202436
July 202434
June 2024104
May 202454
April 202444

A total of 332 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 52 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202517
February 202519
January 202523
December 20246
November 202411
October 202433
September 202417
August 202433
July 202441
June 202452
May 202450
April 202430

A total of 29 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.64 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20245
September 20243
August 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 368 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202554
February 202529
January 202534
December 202427
November 202429
October 202425
September 202418
August 202418
July 202425
June 202434
May 202431
April 202444

A total of 18 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 100 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20255
January 20256
December 20247
November 202410
October 20249
September 20242
August 202412
July 20246
June 202424
May 202412
April 20242

A total of 74 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20251
January 20259
December 20243
November 20247
October 20243
September 20244
August 20244
July 20246
June 202412
May 20246
April 202411

A total of 124 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 20257
December 20247
November 20246
October 202410
September 20248
August 20249
July 202416
June 202416
May 20248
April 202420

A total of 12 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20255
December 20241
October 20245
September 20245
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20248
November 20246
October 20249
September 20245
August 20242
July 20244
June 20248
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Higham Ferrers in March 2025

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

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total32
Shoplifting15
Other theft4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Bicycle theft1
Drugs1
Robbery1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total31
Shoplifting29
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bridge Court (Map)
Total12
Shoplifting9
Anti-social behaviour2
Drugs1
4. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Possession of weapons1
Shoplifting1
5. Hayway (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
7. Wykeham Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
8. Damson Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Norris Way (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
10. Batsmans Drive (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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