Crime in Braunston & Crick: statistics, rates and trends
779 crimes were recorded in Braunston & Crick in the 12 months to July 2026, 58.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Braunston & Crick at a glance
- Crime trends in Braunston & Crick
- Types of crime in Braunston & Crick
- Braunston & Crick compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Braunston & Crick
- What happened after crimes were reported in Braunston & Crick
- Population and deprivation in Braunston & Crick
- Questions about crime in Braunston & Crick
- About this data
779 crimes were recorded in Braunston & Crick in the 12 months to July 2026, 58.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 286 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Braunston & Crick has the 2,669th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Braunston & Crick | West Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 779 | 40,681 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 58.3 | 92.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 13,369 | 439,811 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Braunston & Crick was highest in the year to July 2020 (1,264 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (751). Over the whole period it fell 19%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 779 | 58.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 803 | 60.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 751 | 56.2 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 820 | 61.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 871 | 65.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,037 | 77.6 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,264 | 94.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,080 | 80.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 962 | 72.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 89 |
| June 2026 | 87 |
| May 2026 | 87 |
| April 2026 | 57 |
| March 2026 | 59 |
| February 2026 | 46 |
| January 2026 | 62 |
| December 2025 | 62 |
| November 2025 | 55 |
| October 2025 | 51 |
| September 2025 | 59 |
| August 2025 | 65 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Braunston & Crick over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for other crime.
The largest increases were in other crime (+77%) and anti-social behaviour (+25%). The largest falls were in drugs (-35%) and vehicle crime (-30%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 286 | 21.4 | 0.62 | -13% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 134 | 10.0 | 0.65 | +25% |
| Other crime | 76 | 5.7 | 2.69 | +77% |
| Other theft | 62 | 4.6 | 0.73 | +15% |
| Vehicle crime | 59 | 4.4 | 0.90 | -30% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 47 | 3.5 | 0.52 | -8% |
| Public order | 46 | 3.4 | 0.52 | +7% |
| Burglary | 26 | 1.9 | 0.55 | -26% |
| Drugs | 26 | 1.9 | 0.59 | -35% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 0.7 | 0.09 | -17% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.4 | 0.39 | -17% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | n/a |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Braunston & Crick
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Braunston & Crick recorded 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 36.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Braunston & Crick
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Braunston & Crick recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 17.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Braunston & Crick
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Braunston & Crick recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 77% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Braunston & Crick
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Braunston & Crick recorded 62 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Braunston & Crick
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Braunston & Crick recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 7.6% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Braunston & Crick
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Braunston & Crick recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 6.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Braunston & Crick
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Braunston & Crick recorded 46 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Braunston & Crick
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Braunston & Crick recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Braunston & Crick
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Braunston & Crick recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 35% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Braunston & Crick
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Braunston & Crick recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Braunston & Crick
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Braunston & Crick recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Braunston & Crick
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Braunston & Crick recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Braunston & Crick
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Braunston & Crick recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Braunston & Crick, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Braunston & Crick.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Braunston & Crick |
|---|---|---|---|
| Daventry North East | 115 | 31.2 | -46% |
| Daventry North West | 394 | 68.3 | +17% |
| Daventry South | 2,007 | 105.2 | +80% |
| Long Buckby | 509 | 54.3 | -7% |
| Naseby | 146 | 36.4 | -38% |
| Woodford & Weedon | 582 | 48.4 | -17% |
| Campion | 546 | 50.0 | -14% |
| Duston | 1,105 | 68.3 | +17% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Braunston & Crick over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 184 |
| On or near Parking Area | 53 |
| On or near Parklands | 48 |
| On or near Centenary Drive | 41 |
| On or near Spencer Court | 23 |
| On or near West Haddon Road | 22 |
| On or near Danes Way | 15 |
| On or near Hillmorton Lane | 15 |
| On or near Smarts Estate | 12 |
| On or near Stanford Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Braunston & Crick over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 212 | 27.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 193 | 24.8% |
| Not recorded | 134 | 17.2% |
| Under investigation | 99 | 12.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 47 | 6.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 46 | 5.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 2.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 6 | 0.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 5 | 0.6% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
Braunston & Crick has an estimated population of 13,369. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Braunston & Crick sits in decile 7.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Braunston & Crick |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.9% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.1% |
| Social rented homes | 11.0% |
| Private rented homes | 10.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.0 |
Is Braunston & Crick a safe place to live?
Braunston & Crick recorded 58.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Braunston & Crick?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 286 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (134).
Is crime in Braunston & Crick going up or down?
Recorded crime in Braunston & Crick was down 3% on the year before: 779 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 803 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Braunston & Crick?
Braunston & Crick is policed by Northamptonshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Braunston & Crick. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.