Crime Rate in Rothwell and Mawsley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rothwell and Mawsley

The total recorded crimes in Rothwell and Mawsley, North Northamptonshire, UK in May 2025 are around 79 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rothwell and Mawsley crime rate of 10.27 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 Rothwell and Mawsley, encompassing approximately 7,692 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (42) incidents (-2.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (14) incidents (27.27% increase)
  • Public order: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Rothwell and Mawsley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hospital with total crimes: 4
  • Halberdier Way with total crimes: 4
  • Oxford Mews with total crimes: 3

How safe is Rothwell and Mawsley?

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

  • Relative to North Northamptonshire:

    • In 2024, Rothwell and Mawsley demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Northamptonshire average, with 868 crimes compared to 1502.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rothwell and Mawsley recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the North Northamptonshire.

    • In 2023, Rothwell and Mawsley had fewer crimes than the North Northamptonshire average, with 738 crimes compared to 1,303. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rothwell and Mawsley recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 25 other areas in the North Northamptonshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rothwell and Mawsley Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Rothwell and Mawsley has recorded 79 crimes with crime rate of 10.27 ranking 22th out of 25 in the North Northamptonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Rothwell and Mawsley crimes were 868. The crime rate of Rothwell and Mawsley in 2024 was 112.84 (year) or 9.40 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rothwell and Mawsley were around 738 crimes with yearly crime rate of 95.94 (year) or 8.00 (month) ranking 23 most dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rothwell and Mawsley)CrimesRank (Rothwell and Mawsley)CrimesRank (Rothwell and Mawsley)
Croyland and Swanspool355 13,940 12,743 1
Northall333 23,415 22,505 2
Kingswood234 32,577 32,474 3
Irchester152 52,142 42,051 4
Lloyds176 42,127 52,029 5
Brickhill and Queensway134 91,738 81,638 6
Higham Ferrers137 81,806 61,579 7
Corby Rural149 61,792 71,334 9
Hatton Park140 71,419 121,238 12
Windmill118 111,616 91,387 8
Rushden South102 171,423 111,329 10
Rushden Pemberton West110 141,430 101,079 15
Clover Hill134 101,331 151,207 13
Wicksteed110 131,410 131,293 11
Corby West114 121,093 161,197 14
Finedon105 161,382 141,036 16
Desborough106 15759 25857 19
Irthlingborough87 201,051 17931 17
Oakley76 23915 18918 18
Ise91 18853 22727 24
Burton and Broughton90 19900 19748 22
Earls Barton87 21787 24813 20
Raunds66 24889 20794 21
Thrapston64 25810 23703 25
Oundle35 26566 26522 26

Rothwell and Mawsley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 36 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (43 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 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 (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (19 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 55 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.23 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
December 20243
November 202410
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20246

A total of 60 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.62 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 202512
February 20256
January 20253
December 20243
November 20248
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 433 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 33.31 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202542
April 202543
March 202534
February 202521
January 202525
December 202436
November 202430
October 202443
September 202427
August 202432
July 202447
June 202434
May 202419

A total of 154 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.85 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202511
March 202514
February 20253
January 202510
December 20249
November 20245
October 20247
September 202416
August 202419
July 202416
June 202418
May 202412

A total of 53 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20256
January 20254
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20241
July 20247
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 75 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.77 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20258
March 20259
February 20256
January 20253
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20244
August 20249
July 20249
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
June 20244

A total of 27 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 33 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 24 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
August 20243
June 20246

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.09 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
February 20256
January 20257
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20245
May 20242

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

High Crime Locations Rothwell and Mawsley in May 2025

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

1. Hospital (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Halberdier Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
3. Oxford Mews (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Rushton Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hawkins Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Bell Hill (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Dale Drive (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Greening Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Shotwell Mill Lane (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
10. Cecil Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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