Cambridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a city of 187,642 residents, the 1,663 crimes reported in June 2023 equate to 8.9 crimes per 1,000 people, placing Cambridge 4.7% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This rate, while modest compared to larger urban centres, reflects the unique challenges of a university city during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 25.3% of total crimes, a figure that may be influenced by the influx of students and the extended daylight hours typical of June. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.3% of total crimes, underscores the social pressures inherent in a densely populated academic environment. Shoplifting, at 11.6% of all crimes, remains a persistent issue, likely driven by the high footfall in retail areas and the transient nature of the student population. These patterns are consistent with seasonal trends, as the start of summer often correlates with increased foot traffic and associated crime opportunities in urban centres. The UK comparison highlights Cambridge's relative safety compared to other cities, though specific categories like bicycle theft—85% above the UK average—reveal vulnerabilities tied to the city's cycling culture and the presence of university campuses.

June 2023 saw sharp increases in specific crime categories, with robbery rising by 250% (from 8 to 28 incidents) and bicycle theft jumping by 142% (from 50 to 121). These spikes may partly explain the overall 42.7% monthly increase in crime rates. Shoplifting remained 85% above the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000, a figure that aligns with Cambridge's retail density and student population. Conversely, vehicle crime fell 15% below the UK average, potentially reflecting the city's limited car ownership among students. The breakdown also reveals anti-social behaviour at 15.3% of total crimes, a category that consistently mirrors the social dynamics of a university town with transient populations.

Cambridge's crime rate in June 2023 rose to 8.9 per 1,000 residents, a 42.7% increase from the previous month's 6.2 per 1,000. This shift translates to roughly 55 crimes reported daily, a figure that underscores the heightened activity during the summer season. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 113 residents, a monthly exposure rate that situates Cambridge within a typical urban framework. While this rate is marginally above the UK average, the population context reveals a localised pattern: Cambridge's 187,642 residents experience a crime rate that, when scaled, reflects the pressures of a university city with a dynamic mix of students, tourists, and permanent residents. The daily crime count, though consistent with urban norms, highlights the need for vigilance in public spaces during peak summer hours.