Crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire: statistics, rates and trends
649 crimes were recorded in Irchester, North Northamptonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.3 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 Irchester, North Northamptonshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- Types of crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- Irchester, North Northamptonshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- Population and deprivation in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- Questions about crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
- About this data
649 crimes were recorded in Irchester, North Northamptonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 48.3 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 248 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Irchester, North Northamptonshire has the 3,089th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Irchester, North Northamptonshire | North Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 649 | 32,710 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 48.3 | 87.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -1% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 13,425 | 373,871 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire was highest in the year to July 2020 (911 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (649). Over the whole period it fell 6%, 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 | 649 | 48.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 656 | 48.9 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 706 | 52.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 710 | 52.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 697 | 51.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 769 | 57.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 911 | 67.9 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 750 | 55.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 694 | 51.7 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 62 |
| June 2026 | 64 |
| May 2026 | 47 |
| April 2026 | 63 |
| March 2026 | 37 |
| February 2026 | 64 |
| January 2026 | 51 |
| December 2025 | 49 |
| November 2025 | 46 |
| October 2025 | 48 |
| September 2025 | 58 |
| August 2025 | 60 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Irchester, North Northamptonshire 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 criminal damage and arson (+30%) and vehicle crime (+23%). The largest falls were in other theft (-42%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 248 | 18.5 | 0.54 | -7% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 130 | 9.7 | 0.63 | -8% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 57 | 4.2 | 0.63 | +30% |
| Public order | 42 | 3.1 | 0.47 | +17% |
| Vehicle crime | 38 | 2.8 | 0.57 | +23% |
| Shoplifting | 32 | 2.4 | 0.29 | +146% |
| Burglary | 28 | 2.1 | 0.59 | +0% |
| Other theft | 28 | 2.1 | 0.33 | -42% |
| Drugs | 17 | 1.3 | 0.39 | -11% |
| Other crime | 9 | 0.7 | 0.32 | -44% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.7 | 0.69 | +0% |
| Robbery | 6 | 0.4 | 0.33 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 4 | 0.3 | 0.36 | +300% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.04 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 248 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 38.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 130 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 8% on the year before. It made up 20.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 57 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 8.8% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 42 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 146% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 42% on the year before. It made up 4.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 44% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Irchester, North Northamptonshire
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Irchester, North Northamptonshire 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 Irchester, North Northamptonshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Irchester, North Northamptonshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Irchester, North Northamptonshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Croyland & Swanspool | 2,118 | 154.5 | +220% |
| Victoria | 1,031 | 91.1 | +89% |
| Pemberton | 1,133 | 110.2 | +128% |
| Brickhill & Queensway | 2,428 | 143.2 | +196% |
| Rushden South | 700 | 82.1 | +70% |
| Hatton Park | 1,172 | 71.0 | +47% |
| Rushden Lakes | 1,569 | 124.6 | +158% |
| Earls Barton | 596 | 50.8 | +5% |
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 Irchester, North Northamptonshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Supermarket | 66 |
| On or near Parking Area | 33 |
| On or near Irchester Road | 25 |
| On or near Francis Dickins Close | 18 |
| On or near Farndish Road | 17 |
| On or near Hookhams Path | 16 |
| On or near Green Street | 14 |
| On or near Thrift Street | 13 |
| On or near Daniels Road | 12 |
| On or near Sports/Recreation Area | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Irchester, North Northamptonshire 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 | 203 | 31.3% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 167 | 25.7% |
| Not recorded | 130 | 20.0% |
| Under investigation | 67 | 10.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 20 | 3.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 19 | 2.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 16 | 2.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 1.4% |
| Local resolution | 8 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.5% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 3 | 0.5% |
Irchester, North Northamptonshire has an estimated population of 13,425. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Irchester, North Northamptonshire sits in decile 6.8, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Irchester, North Northamptonshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 17.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 25.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.1% |
| Social rented homes | 9.7% |
| Private rented homes | 14.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.8 |
Is Irchester, North Northamptonshire a safe place to live?
Irchester, North Northamptonshire recorded 48.3 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 Irchester, North Northamptonshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 248 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (130).
Is crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Irchester, North Northamptonshire was down 1% on the year before: 649 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 656 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Irchester, North Northamptonshire?
Irchester, North Northamptonshire 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 Irchester, North Northamptonshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.