Cambridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cambridge’s crime rate in June 2023 reached 11.0 per 1,000 residents, 29.4% above the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marked departure from the national trend is most evident in the surge of property-related crimes, which accounted for nearly half of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, saw 415 cases (25.3% of total crimes), a rate of 2.8 per 1,000—just 4% below the UK average. However, the unexpected spike in bicycle theft, with 121 incidents (7.4% of total crimes), far outpaced the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly aligns with Cambridge’s character as a university city, where student populations and high foot traffic in areas like the city centre may contribute to such trends. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.6 per 1,000, was 8% above the UK average, possibly linked to the start of the summer season and increased social activity. Shoplifting also rose sharply, with 193 cases (11.8% of total crimes), 141% above the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of local factors—such as the proximity of retail hubs—and broader seasonal dynamics, like the beginning of the tourist season, which may have influenced crime patterns. The overall rate, while elevated, reflects a combination of demographic and geographic influences, with property crimes dominating the landscape.

June 2023 saw a dramatic 142% increase in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 50 to 121. This jump far outpaced other categories, including robbery (+225%) and possession of weapons (+162.5%). Such sharp rises contrast with the UK average for bicycle theft, which is 0.1 per 1,000 residents, making Cambridge’s rate 700% higher. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained relatively stable compared to the UK average, with Cambridge’s rate (2.8 per 1,000) just 4% below the national figure of 2.9 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour also rose, with Cambridge’s rate (1.6 per 1,000) 8% above the UK average of 1.5 per 1,000. These findings highlight a mix of localised pressures—such as increased foot traffic in university areas—and broader patterns, like the UK-wide underperformance in drug-related crimes, where Cambridge’s rate was 52% below the national average. For residents, the surge in bicycle theft may signal a need to reassess security measures in high-traffic zones.

Cambridge’s crime rate in June 2023 rose to 11.0 per 1,000 residents, a 44.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 7.6 per 1,000. This shift places the area significantly above its usual levels, with 55 crimes reported daily on average. Over the course of June, one crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents, a figure that underscores the heightened exposure compared to the previous month. Cambridge’s population of 149,352 means that the monthly crime tally translates to a localised impact: for every 1,000 residents, 11 crimes were recorded, compared to the UK average of 8.5. This discrepancy is most pronounced in property-related crimes, which accounted for nearly half of all incidents. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader perspective on how frequently residents encounter crime in their communities. These statistics suggest that June was an unusually active month for law enforcement and local authorities, requiring closer attention to trends in specific crime categories.