Crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury: statistics, rates and trends
599 crimes were recorded in Deanshanger & Paulerspury in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury at a glance
- Crime trends in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- Types of crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- Deanshanger & Paulerspury compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- What happened after crimes were reported in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- Population and deprivation in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- Questions about crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
- About this data
599 crimes were recorded in Deanshanger & Paulerspury in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 238 reports (40% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Deanshanger & Paulerspury has the 3,300th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Deanshanger & Paulerspury | West Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 599 | 40,681 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.8 | 92.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 13,674 | 439,811 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury was highest in the year to July 2020 (820 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (580). Over the whole period it fell 7%, 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 | 599 | 43.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 594 | 43.4 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 580 | 42.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 610 | 44.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 720 | 52.7 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 763 | 55.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 820 | 60.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 742 | 54.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 646 | 47.2 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 75 |
| June 2026 | 44 |
| May 2026 | 57 |
| April 2026 | 51 |
| March 2026 | 51 |
| February 2026 | 24 |
| January 2026 | 39 |
| December 2025 | 53 |
| November 2025 | 47 |
| October 2025 | 53 |
| September 2025 | 52 |
| August 2025 | 53 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Deanshanger & Paulerspury 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. The largest increases were in burglary (+26%) and anti-social behaviour (+21%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-62%) and other theft (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 238 | 17.4 | 0.51 | +6% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 141 | 10.3 | 0.67 | +21% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 44 | 3.2 | 0.47 | +19% |
| Other theft | 44 | 3.2 | 0.50 | -19% |
| Burglary | 39 | 2.9 | 0.81 | +26% |
| Public order | 28 | 2.0 | 0.31 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 21 | 1.5 | 0.31 | -62% |
| Other crime | 18 | 1.3 | 0.62 | +38% |
| Drugs | 10 | 0.7 | 0.22 | -33% |
| Shoplifting | 7 | 0.5 | 0.06 | +17% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.3 | 0.30 | -73% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.1 | 0.11 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 2 | 0.1 | 0.09 | n/a |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.09 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 238 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 39.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 141 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 23.5% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 19% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 44 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 26% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 62% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 73% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Deanshanger & Paulerspury
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Deanshanger & Paulerspury 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 down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Deanshanger & Paulerspury, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Deanshanger & Paulerspury.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Deanshanger & Paulerspury |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towcester | 799 | 54.8 | +25% |
| Hackleton & Roade | 474 | 43.0 | -2% |
| Nene Valley | 1,096 | 66.3 | +51% |
| Rural South Northamptonshire | 402 | 33.6 | -23% |
| Hunsbury | 1,017 | 65.2 | +49% |
| Far Cotton, Delapre & Briar Hill | 1,740 | 95.5 | +118% |
| Cogenhoe & The Houghtons | 182 | 38.0 | -13% |
| Upton | 1,383 | 101.1 | +131% |
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 Deanshanger & Paulerspury over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park/Open Space | 33 |
| On or near Lock Lane | 26 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 25 |
| On or near Parking Area | 24 |
| On or near Foxholes Close | 20 |
| On or near Little London | 17 |
| On or near Blackwell End | 16 |
| On or near Grays Lane | 12 |
| On or near London Road | 12 |
| On or near Chettle Place | 10 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Deanshanger & Paulerspury 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 | 172 | 28.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 160 | 26.7% |
| Not recorded | 141 | 23.5% |
| Under investigation | 45 | 7.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 28 | 4.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 18 | 3.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 8 | 1.3% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 8 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.2% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 1.0% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.7% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Deanshanger & Paulerspury has an estimated population of 13,674. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Deanshanger & Paulerspury sits in decile 7.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Deanshanger & Paulerspury |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 22.1% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 78.9% |
| Social rented homes | 9.4% |
| Private rented homes | 11.6% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.8 |
Is Deanshanger & Paulerspury a safe place to live?
Deanshanger & Paulerspury recorded 43.8 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 Deanshanger & Paulerspury?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 238 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (141).
Is crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury going up or down?
Recorded crime in Deanshanger & Paulerspury was almost unchanged on the year before: 599 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 594 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Deanshanger & Paulerspury?
Deanshanger & Paulerspury 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 Deanshanger & Paulerspury. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.