Crime Rate in Irthlingborough: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Irthlingborough

The total recorded crimes in Irthlingborough, North Northamptonshire, UK in July 2025 are around 101 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Irthlingborough crime rate of 12.69 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 Irthlingborough, encompassing approximately 7,960 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (46) incidents (27.78% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-63.27% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
Irthlingborough Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Bull Courtyard with total crimes: 7
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 5
  • Lucas Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Irthlingborough?

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

  • Relative to North Northamptonshire:

    • In 2024, Irthlingborough demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Northamptonshire average, with 1051 crimes compared to 1502.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the North Northamptonshire.

    • In 2023, Irthlingborough had fewer crimes than the North Northamptonshire average, with 931 crimes compared to 1,303. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Irthlingborough recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the North Northamptonshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Northamptonshire, Irthlingborough has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Irthlingborough Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Irthlingborough has recorded 101 crimes with crime rate of 12.69 ranking 19th out of 25 in the North Northamptonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Irthlingborough crimes were 1,051. The crime rate of Irthlingborough in 2024 was 132.04 (year) or 11.00 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Irthlingborough were around 931 crimes with yearly crime rate of 116.96 (year) or 9.75 (month) ranking 17 most dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Irthlingborough)CrimesRank (Irthlingborough)CrimesRank (Irthlingborough)
Croyland and Swanspool295 23,940 12,743 1
Northall332 13,415 22,505 2
Kingswood253 32,577 32,474 3
Irchester160 62,142 42,051 4
Corby Rural222 41,792 71,334 9
Lloyds167 52,127 52,029 5
Brickhill and Queensway153 71,738 81,638 6
Higham Ferrers145 81,806 61,579 7
Windmill128 141,616 91,387 8
Rushden South131 91,423 111,329 10
Rushden Pemberton West129 121,430 101,079 15
Corby West130 101,093 161,197 14
Wicksteed129 131,410 131,293 11
Clover Hill129 111,331 151,207 13
Hatton Park115 181,419 121,238 12
Finedon118 161,382 141,036 16
Earls Barton127 15787 24813 20
Ise117 17853 22727 24
Oakley65 25915 18918 18
Desborough76 22759 25857 19
Burton and Broughton57 26900 19748 22
Raunds93 20889 20794 21
Rothwell and Mawsley78 21868 21738 23
Thrapston67 24810 23703 25
Oundle73 23566 26522 26

Irthlingborough Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 46 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (49 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (36 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (26 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (27 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (31 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 273 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 22.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 46 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202546
June 202536
May 202526
April 202527
March 202515
February 202518
January 202512
December 202415
November 202412
October 202417
September 202418
August 202431

A total of 75 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.82 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20258
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 202410

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20252
April 20256
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
May 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242

A total of 326 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 49 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202518
June 202549
May 202528
April 202534
March 202526
February 202526
January 202531
December 202428
November 202416
October 202431
September 202417
August 202422

A total of 34 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20252
April 20255
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
October 20244
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 48 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20254
May 20253
April 20254
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20244
August 202410

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20255
March 20252
February 20254
December 20244
November 20246
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 17 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
February 202512
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20243
September 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251

High Crime Locations Irthlingborough in July 2025

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

1. The Bull Courtyard (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour5
Public order2
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Lucas Close (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Possession of weapons1
4. Jubilee Street (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Public order1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
6. Attley Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bates Avenue (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Alledge Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
9. Ebbw Vale Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Premier Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2

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