Crime Rate in Windmill: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Windmill

The total recorded crimes in Windmill, North Northamptonshire, UK in March 2025 are around 107 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Windmill crime rate of 4.03 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 Windmill, encompassing approximately 26,583 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (43) incidents (-36.76% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (27) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
Windmill Crime Hotspots

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

  • Eastleigh Road with total crimes: 13
  • Tresham Close with total crimes: 11
  • Bath Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is Windmill?

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

  • Relative to North Northamptonshire:

    • In 2024, Windmill reported a higher crime volume than the North Northamptonshire average, with 1,616 crimes compared to 1,502. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Windmill witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Windmill experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Northamptonshire average, with 1,387 crimes compared to 1,303. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Windmill witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Windmill Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Windmill has recorded 107 crimes with crime rate of 4.03 ranking 12th out of 25 in the North Northamptonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Windmill crimes were 1,616. The crime rate of Windmill in 2024 was 60.79 (year) or 5.07 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the North Northamptonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Windmill were around 1,387 crimes with yearly crime rate of 52.18 (year) or 4.35 (month) ranking 8 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
Higham Ferrers144 71,806 61,579 7
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

Windmill Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (43 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (27 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 68 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 (65 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (59 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (23 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (33 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 (24 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (45 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (25 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 71 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (138 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (54 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (68 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (36 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 129 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20253
December 202412
November 202414
October 20248
September 202416
August 20247
July 20247
June 202424
May 202411
April 202413

A total of 742 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 61.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 138 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202543
February 202568
January 202565
December 202450
November 202459
October 202438
September 202454
August 202445
July 202471
June 2024138
May 202468
April 202443

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20252
January 20251
December 20243
November 20243
September 20241
August 20244
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 322 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202527
February 202518
January 202519
December 202412
November 202423
October 202433
September 202424
August 202425
July 202427
June 202454
May 202436
April 202424

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20243
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 71 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20259
January 20254
December 20246
November 20245
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20243
June 202420
May 20247
April 20241

A total of 51 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
November 20245
October 20245
September 20241
August 20246
July 20248
June 20246
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 110 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 202510
January 20257
December 20246
November 20245
October 20246
September 20248
August 202411
July 20248
June 202424
May 202410
April 20247

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20241
September 20243
August 20247
May 20241

A total of 26 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 32 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.56 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20245
September 20248
August 20245
July 20243

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20242
June 20242

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
May 20246
April 202412

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Windmill in March 2025

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

1. Eastleigh Road (Map)
Total13
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Possession of weapons1
Shoplifting1
2. Tresham Close (Map)
Total11
Anti-social behaviour8
Drugs1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Bath Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Oak Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
5. Weekley Glebe Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
6. Rutland Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Lyveden Place (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Byron Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Public order1
9. Cedar Road (Map)
Total3
Public order2
Other theft1
10. Haynes Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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