Crime in Raunds: statistics, rates and trends
730 crimes were recorded in Raunds in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and almost unchanged on the year before.
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730 crimes were recorded in Raunds in the 12 months to July 2026, 70.2 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 262 reports (36% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Raunds has the 787th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Raunds | North Northamptonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 730 | 32,710 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 70.2 | 87.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +1% | -5% | -1% |
| Population | 10,397 | 373,871 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Raunds was highest in the year to July 2026 (730 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (619). Over the whole period it rose 1%, 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 | 730 | 70.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 726 | 69.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 660 | 63.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 728 | 70.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 712 | 68.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 693 | 66.7 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 668 | 64.2 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 619 | 59.5 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 724 | 69.6 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 77 |
| June 2026 | 52 |
| May 2026 | 68 |
| April 2026 | 50 |
| March 2026 | 69 |
| February 2026 | 53 |
| January 2026 | 68 |
| December 2025 | 56 |
| November 2025 | 41 |
| October 2025 | 70 |
| September 2025 | 70 |
| August 2025 | 56 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Raunds 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 anti-social behaviour.
The largest increases were in other theft (+58%) and vehicle crime (+48%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-53%) and public order (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 262 | 25.2 | 0.74 | -11% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 228 | 21.9 | 1.43 | +6% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 59 | 5.7 | 0.84 | +28% |
| Other theft | 38 | 3.7 | 0.57 | +58% |
| Vehicle crime | 34 | 3.3 | 0.66 | +48% |
| Burglary | 26 | 2.5 | 0.71 | -4% |
| Public order | 21 | 2.0 | 0.30 | -19% |
| Drugs | 19 | 1.8 | 0.56 | +12% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.3 | 0.16 | -53% |
| Other crime | 11 | 1.1 | 0.50 | +83% |
| Possession of weapons | 9 | 0.9 | 0.89 | -25% |
| Robbery | 8 | 0.8 | 0.57 | +300% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.1 | 0.12 | -50% |
Violence and sexual offences in Raunds
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Raunds recorded 262 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (25.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 35.9% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Raunds
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Raunds recorded 228 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 31.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Raunds
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Raunds recorded 59 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Raunds
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Raunds recorded 38 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 58% on the year before. It made up 5.2% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Raunds
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Raunds recorded 34 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 48% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Raunds
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Raunds recorded 26 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 4% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Raunds
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Raunds recorded 21 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 down 19% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Raunds
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Raunds recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 2.6% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Raunds
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Raunds recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 53% on the year before. It made up 1.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Raunds
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Raunds recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 83% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Raunds
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Raunds recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Raunds
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Raunds recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 1.1% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Raunds
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Raunds 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 0.1% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Raunds, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Raunds.
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Raunds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Higham Ferrers | 755 | 80.2 | +14% |
| Irthlingborough | 702 | 73.6 | +5% |
| Thrapston | 339 | 44.4 | -37% |
| Rushden | 3,338 | 113.6 | +62% |
| Finedon | 360 | 68.7 | -2% |
| Burton Latimer | 469 | 54.4 | -23% |
| Wellingborough | 6,518 | 115.7 | +65% |
| Kettering | 7,072 | 107.4 | +53% |
1 areas within Raunds, ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Raunds had the highest rate (66.1 per 1,000) and Raunds the lowest (66.1). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raunds | Neighbourhood | 14,823 | 980 | 66.1 |
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 Raunds over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near London Road | 32 |
| On or near Parking Area | 32 |
| On or near Ashfield Rise | 24 |
| On or near Grove Street | 23 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 23 |
| On or near Supermarket | 18 |
| On or near Brawn Drive | 17 |
| On or near Grove Place | 17 |
| On or near Orwell Close | 16 |
| On or near Cartrill Street | 15 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Raunds 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Not recorded | 228 | 31.2% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 208 | 28.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 163 | 22.3% |
| Under investigation | 55 | 7.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 18 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 15 | 2.1% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 1.9% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 14 | 1.9% |
| Offender given a caution | 5 | 0.7% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 5 | 0.7% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 0.4% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.3% |
Raunds has an estimated population of 10,397. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Raunds sits in decile 6.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Raunds |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 19.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 59.8% |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.7% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 73.8% |
| Social rented homes | 12.2% |
| Private rented homes | 14.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.6 |
Is Raunds a safe place to live?
Raunds recorded 70.2 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 Raunds?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 262 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (228).
Is crime in Raunds going up or down?
Recorded crime in Raunds was almost unchanged on the year before: 730 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 726 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Raunds?
Raunds 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 Raunds. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.