Cambridge Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cambridge's crime profile in June 2024 saw a total of 1,528 reported incidents, equating to a crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure, which is 1.2% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, reflects a mix of local characteristics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 27.6% of all crimes, the highest proportion among categories, with 421 incidents reported. This rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents is 20% below the UK average, a disparity that may be attributed to the city's strong community policing presence and the relatively low levels of violent crime typically associated with university towns. Shoplifting emerged as the second most common crime type, with 260 incidents (17% of total) and a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents—126% above the UK average. This anomaly likely stems from the city's dense retail environment, including the iconic Cambridge High Street, which attracts both residents and tourists. Anti-social behaviour followed with 187 incidents (12.2%), a rate 29% below the UK average, suggesting that community initiatives and local authority interventions may be effectively curbing such incidents. The seasonal context of June, marking the start of summer and the beginning of the tourist season, may have influenced patterns, with some crime types seeing fluctuations as activity levels shift. For instance, the decline in public order offences (7.7%) compared to the UK average could be linked to improved crowd management during early summer events. However, the persistent high rate of shoplifting highlights the need for targeted retail crime prevention strategies, particularly in areas with high concentrations of students and transient populations. Cambridge's overall crime profile, while slightly below the UK average, illustrates the combination of local geography, demographics, and seasonal factors in shaping crime patterns.

June 2024 saw a 22.6% increase in theft from the person, rising from 31 to 38 incidents. This uptick may partly reflect the summer season, when public spaces see more foot traffic. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 9.8% (41 to 45), potentially linked to increased car usage during warmer weather. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 33.3% (18 to 12), a decline that could indicate improved policing in targeted areas. Shoplifting remained a standout issue, with a rate of 1.4 per 1,000 residents—126% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the impact of Cambridge's retail environment, particularly in areas like the city centre, where high foot traffic and university-related spending may contribute to the trend. Anti-social behaviour also remained below the UK average, with 1.0 per 1,000 residents compared to the national 1.4 per 1,000, suggesting effective community engagement strategies in place.

Cambridge's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% drop from May's 8.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the seasonal shift into summer, when some crime types traditionally see reduced activity. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 51 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 123 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate offers a tangible sense of the scale of crime relative to the population of 187,642. The drop in overall rate contrasts with the UK average, which remains slightly higher at 8.2 per 1,000. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Cambridge's crime profile, while lower than the UK average, reflects the unique dynamics of a university city where transient populations and academic calendars influence crime patterns.