Is Kettering Central Safe?
Crime statistics for Kettering Central. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 5,916 total crimes recorded in Kettering Central
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Kettering Central — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kettering Central safe?
Kettering Central has a CrimeRadar safety score of 7/100, rated High Crime. A total of 5,916 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, an increase of 0.7% compared to the previous year. Crime levels in Kettering Central are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Kettering Central in the last 12 months?
5,916 crimes were recorded in Kettering Central in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents an increase of 0.7% compared to the previous 12-month period (5,875 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 2,180 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Kettering Central?
The most common crime in Kettering Central is Violent Crime, with 2,180 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 36.8% 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 Kettering Central increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Kettering Central is increasing. The year-on-year trend shows a rise of 0.7% — from 5,875 crimes in the previous 12 months to 5,916 in the most recent period. This upward trend is something residents and prospective buyers should factor into their decisions.
What is the safety score for Kettering Central?
Kettering Central has a safety score of 7 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 Kettering Central compare to the Northamptonshire Police average?
Kettering Central has a safety score of 7/100, while the Northamptonshire Police force area average is 12/100. Kettering Central 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 Kettering Central?
25.7% of crimes recorded in Kettering Central 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 Kettering Central?
2,180 violent crimes were recorded in Kettering Central in the last 12 months — representing 36.8% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 1,339 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 Kettering Central last updated?
The crime data for Kettering Central 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 Kettering Central with other areas?
You can compare Kettering Central 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.