Crime in Gretton & Weldon: statistics, rates and trends
420 crimes were recorded in Gretton & Weldon in the 12 months to July 2026, 44.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Gretton & Weldon at a glance
- Crime trends in Gretton & Weldon
- Types of crime in Gretton & Weldon
- Gretton & Weldon compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Gretton & Weldon
- What happened after crimes were reported in Gretton & Weldon
- Population and deprivation in Gretton & Weldon
- Questions about crime in Gretton & Weldon
- About this data
420 crimes were recorded in Gretton & Weldon in the 12 months to July 2026, 44.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 1% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 165 reports (39% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Gretton & Weldon has the 3,278th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Gretton & Weldon | North Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 420 | 32,710 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 44.1 | 87.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 9,518 | 373,871 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Gretton & Weldon was highest in the year to July 2025 (425 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2018 (263). Over the whole period it rose 60%, 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 | 420 | 44.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 425 | 44.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 326 | 34.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 403 | 42.3 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 399 | 41.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 379 | 39.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 330 | 34.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 279 | 29.3 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 263 | 27.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 40 |
| June 2026 | 42 |
| May 2026 | 39 |
| April 2026 | 37 |
| March 2026 | 30 |
| February 2026 | 34 |
| January 2026 | 29 |
| December 2025 | 31 |
| November 2025 | 33 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 30 |
| August 2025 | 42 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Gretton & Weldon 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 anti-social behaviour (+45%) and public order (+27%).
The largest falls were in shoplifting (-70%) and criminal damage and arson (-43%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 165 | 17.3 | 0.51 | -19% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 113 | 11.9 | 0.77 | +45% |
| Public order | 28 | 2.9 | 0.44 | +27% |
| Other theft | 26 | 2.7 | 0.43 | +4% |
| Burglary | 23 | 2.4 | 0.68 | +15% |
| Vehicle crime | 21 | 2.2 | 0.45 | +133% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 | 1.4 | 0.20 | -43% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.2 | 0.55 | +22% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.6 | 0.19 | -40% |
| Shoplifting | 6 | 0.6 | 0.08 | -70% |
| Robbery | 3 | 0.3 | 0.23 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.26 | -33% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.2 | 0.22 | +100% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.06 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Gretton & Weldon
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Gretton & Weldon recorded 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 39.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Gretton & Weldon
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Gretton & Weldon recorded 113 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (11.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 45% on the year before. It made up 26.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Gretton & Weldon
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Gretton & Weldon recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 27% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Gretton & Weldon
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Gretton & Weldon recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 6.2% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Gretton & Weldon
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Gretton & Weldon recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 15% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Gretton & Weldon
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Gretton & Weldon recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 133% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Gretton & Weldon
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Gretton & Weldon recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 43% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Gretton & Weldon
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Gretton & Weldon recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 22% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Gretton & Weldon
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Gretton & Weldon recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Gretton & Weldon
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Gretton & Weldon recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 70% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Gretton & Weldon
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Gretton & Weldon recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.7% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Gretton & Weldon
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Gretton & Weldon recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Gretton & Weldon
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Gretton & Weldon recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Gretton & Weldon
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Gretton & Weldon recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Gretton & Weldon, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Gretton & Weldon.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Gretton & Weldon |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lloyds & Corby Village | 2,213 | 161.6 | +266% |
| Corby West | 1,127 | 81.5 | +85% |
| Kingswood | 1,914 | 111.0 | +151% |
| Oakley | 1,160 | 60.0 | +36% |
| Geddington & Stanion | 414 | 53.1 | +20% |
| Oundle | 696 | 47.0 | +6% |
| Kettering North | 808 | 75.1 | +70% |
| Avondale Grange | 774 | 110.4 | +150% |
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 Gretton & Weldon over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Hinkle Close | 24 |
| On or near Garland Road | 18 |
| On or near Harrier Close | 17 |
| On or near Lindersmith Close | 15 |
| On or near East Crescent | 14 |
| On or near Lake Drive | 14 |
| On or near Redwing Place | 14 |
| On or near High Street | 13 |
| On or near Lilford Place | 13 |
| On or near Merlin Road | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Gretton & Weldon 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 | 138 | 32.9% |
| Not recorded | 113 | 26.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 96 | 22.9% |
| Under investigation | 32 | 7.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 2.6% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 2.4% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 1.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 5 | 1.2% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 1.0% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.2% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
Gretton & Weldon has an estimated population of 9,518. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Gretton & Weldon sits in decile 8.1, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Gretton & Weldon |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 23.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 66.0% |
| Aged 65 and over | 10.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.8% |
| Social rented homes | 5.8% |
| Private rented homes | 17.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.1 |
Is Gretton & Weldon a safe place to live?
Gretton & Weldon recorded 44.1 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 Gretton & Weldon?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 165 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (113).
Is crime in Gretton & Weldon going up or down?
Recorded crime in Gretton & Weldon was down 1% on the year before: 420 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 425 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Gretton & Weldon?
Gretton & Weldon 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 Gretton & Weldon. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.