Crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire: statistics, rates and trends
696 crimes were recorded in Oundle, North Northamptonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- Types of crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- Oundle, North Northamptonshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- Population and deprivation in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- Questions about crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
- About this data
696 crimes were recorded in Oundle, North Northamptonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 200 reports (29% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Oundle, North Northamptonshire has the 3,151st highest crime rate.
| Measure | Oundle, North Northamptonshire | North Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 696 | 32,710 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 47.0 | 87.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +10% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 14,823 | 373,871 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire was highest in the year to July 2026 (696 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (527). Over the whole period it rose 4%, 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 | 696 | 47.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 631 | 42.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 527 | 35.6 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 667 | 45.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 575 | 38.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 689 | 46.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 678 | 45.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 665 | 44.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 668 | 45.1 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 77 |
| June 2026 | 74 |
| May 2026 | 65 |
| April 2026 | 39 |
| March 2026 | 49 |
| February 2026 | 41 |
| January 2026 | 55 |
| December 2025 | 65 |
| November 2025 | 52 |
| October 2025 | 58 |
| September 2025 | 58 |
| August 2025 | 63 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Oundle, 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 vehicle crime (+157%) and public order (+28%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-26%) and other theft (-13%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 200 | 13.5 | 0.39 | -3% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 160 | 10.8 | 0.70 | +10% |
| Vehicle crime | 90 | 6.1 | 1.23 | +157% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 55 | 3.7 | 0.55 | +25% |
| Public order | 46 | 3.1 | 0.47 | +28% |
| Burglary | 40 | 2.7 | 0.76 | +3% |
| Other theft | 39 | 2.6 | 0.41 | -13% |
| Shoplifting | 29 | 2.0 | 0.24 | -26% |
| Other crime | 19 | 1.3 | 0.61 | +73% |
| Drugs | 10 | 0.7 | 0.21 | -41% |
| Possession of weapons | 4 | 0.3 | 0.28 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.2 | 0.25 | -62% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.1 | 0.05 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 200 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 28.7% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 160 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 10% on the year before. It made up 23.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 90 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.1 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 157% on the year before. It made up 12.9% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 55 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 46 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 28% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 39 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 13% on the year before. It made up 5.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 19 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 73% on the year before. It made up 2.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Oundle, North Northamptonshire 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 41% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Oundle, 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 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 3 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 62% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Oundle, North Northamptonshire
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Oundle, 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 1.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Oundle, North Northamptonshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Oundle, North Northamptonshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Oundle, North Northamptonshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gretton & Weldon | 420 | 44.1 | -6% |
| Thrapston | 733 | 46.7 | -0% |
| Lloyds & Corby Village | 2,213 | 161.6 | +244% |
| Geddington & Stanion | 414 | 53.1 | +13% |
| Corby West | 1,127 | 81.5 | +74% |
| Kingswood | 1,914 | 111.0 | +136% |
| Oakley | 1,160 | 60.0 | +28% |
| Raunds | 980 | 66.1 | +41% |
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 Oundle, North Northamptonshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 39 |
| On or near Taney Court | 26 |
| On or near Danford Close | 24 |
| On or near Church Street | 20 |
| On or near Market Place | 20 |
| On or near Main Street | 17 |
| On or near St Wilfrids Road | 16 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 15 |
| On or near Station Road | 15 |
| On or near Hall Yard | 13 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Oundle, 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 252 | 36.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 161 | 23.1% |
| Not recorded | 160 | 23.0% |
| Under investigation | 58 | 8.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 15 | 2.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 15 | 2.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 1.9% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 1.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 0.9% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 4 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.1% |
Oundle, North Northamptonshire has an estimated population of 14,823. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Oundle, North Northamptonshire sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Oundle, North Northamptonshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 18.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 55.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.8% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 70.9% |
| Social rented homes | 13.0% |
| Private rented homes | 16.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Oundle, North Northamptonshire a safe place to live?
Oundle, North Northamptonshire recorded 47.0 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 Oundle, North Northamptonshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 200 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (160).
Is crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Oundle, North Northamptonshire was up 10% on the year before: 696 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 631 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Oundle, North Northamptonshire?
Oundle, 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 Oundle, North Northamptonshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.