Is Daventry Safe?
Crime statistics for Daventry. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime Zone Map
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,205 total crimes recorded in Daventry
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Daventry — last 12 months
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View detailed crime data for each month in Daventry
Safest Areas Near Daventry
Highest-rated neighbourhoods closest to Daventry by safety score
Compare Daventry With Nearby Areas
Side-by-side crime comparisons with the closest neighbourhoods
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Daventry safe?
Daventry has a CrimeRadar safety score of 8/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,205 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 8.1% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Daventry are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Daventry in the last 12 months?
2,205 crimes were recorded in Daventry in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 8.1% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,398 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 805 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Daventry?
The most common crime in Daventry is Violent Crime, with 805 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.5% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Daventry increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Daventry is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 8.1% — from 2,398 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,205 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Daventry?
Daventry has a safety score of 8 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Daventry compare to the Northamptonshire Police average?
Daventry has a safety score of 8/100, while the Northamptonshire Police force area average is 12/100. Daventry is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Daventry?
18.8% of crimes recorded in Daventry resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Northamptonshire Police. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Daventry?
805 violent crimes were recorded in Daventry in the last 12 months — representing 36.5% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 598 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Daventry last updated?
The crime data for Daventry was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Daventry with other areas?
You can compare Daventry with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.