Crime Rate in Irchester: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Irchester

The total recorded crimes in Irchester, North Northamptonshire, UK in March 2025 are around 142 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Irchester crime rate of 57.18 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 Irchester, encompassing approximately 2,483 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (57) incidents (29.55% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (45) incidents (73.08% increase)
  • Public order: (15) incidents (150.00% increase)
Irchester Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 9
  • Irchester Road with total crimes: 9
  • Easton Way with total crimes: 6

How safe is Irchester?

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

  • Relative to North Northamptonshire:

    • In 2024, Irchester reported a higher crime volume than the North Northamptonshire average, with 2,142 crimes compared to 1,502. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Irchester witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Irchester experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Northamptonshire average, with 2,051 crimes compared to 1,303. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Irchester witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Irchester Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Irchester has recorded 142 crimes with crime rate of 57.18 ranking 8th out of 25 in the North Northamptonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Irchester crimes were 2,142. The crime rate of Irchester in 2024 was 862.56 (year) or 71.88 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Irchester were around 2,051 crimes with yearly crime rate of 825.92 (year) or 68.83 (month) ranking 4 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
Corby Rural167 41,792 71,334 9
Lloyds155 52,127 52,029 5
Brickhill and Queensway144 61,738 81,638 6
Higham Ferrers144 71,806 61,579 7
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

Irchester Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (57 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (45 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (67 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (39 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 58 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (63 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (66 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (30 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (66 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (35 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 76 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 46 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (102 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (80 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (81 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (45 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (46 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (42 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 744 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 62.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 102 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202557
February 202544
January 202567
December 202458
November 202463
October 202466
September 202454
August 202466
July 202476
June 2024102
May 202445
April 202446

A total of 453 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 37.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 81 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202545
February 202526
January 202539
December 202416
November 202415
October 202422
September 202430
August 202411
July 202446
June 202480
May 202481
April 202442

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
November 20243
August 20243
July 20241

A total of 139 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.58 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20253
January 202515
December 20249
November 202418
October 202421
September 20247
August 20243
July 202415
June 20242
May 202420
April 202413

A total of 93 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
November 20242
September 20241
August 202412
July 20249
June 202430
May 202430
April 20246

A total of 127 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20251
November 202422
October 20249
September 20249
August 20246
July 202433
June 202412
May 202416
April 202413

A total of 119 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20256
January 202513
November 202412
October 20241
September 202416
August 202415
July 20247
June 202424
May 20249
April 20241

A total of 47 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20256
January 20256
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
August 20243
July 20249
June 202412
April 20243

A total of 153 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20259
December 20246
November 202417
October 20249
September 20243
August 202435
July 20246
June 202438
May 202421
April 20246

A total of 89 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20258
December 20247
November 20248
October 20243
September 202410
August 20247
July 202413
June 202422
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 55 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.11 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 202512
December 20243
November 202418
October 20246
July 20243
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243
June 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20243

High Crime Locations Irchester in March 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour3
Burglary3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Irchester Road (Map)
Total9
Violence and sexual offences9
3. Easton Way (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
4. Manor Court (Map)
Total6
Possession of weapons6
5. Blackmile Lane (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
6. Easton Way (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour6
7. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson3
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
9. Thrift Street (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. College Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6

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