Cambridge Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cambridge's crime rate in August 2024 stood at 11.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the city 40.2% above the UK average of 8.2. This stark divergence from the national picture highlights the unique challenges faced by a major academic and urban centre. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 25.9% of all recorded crimes, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 — 12% above the UK average. Shoplifting, at 1.9 per 1,000, dominated the property crime category, with rates 168% higher than the national average. These figures are consistent with the city's character as a hub for education and tourism, where retail areas and university campuses create environments conducive to theft. Anti-social behaviour also showed a marked increase, with 1.8 per 1,000 — 25% above the UK average — likely driven by the transient student population and the density of urban living. Seasonal factors further complicate the picture: August, a peak holiday month, may have contributed to increased burglary risks in empty homes, though Cambridge's burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) was 6% below the UK average. This suggests that while certain crime types are exacerbated by the city's profile, targeted efforts in areas like property crime and anti-social behaviour may be yielding some results.

August 2024 saw a 136.4% increase in robbery cases, rising from 11 to 26 incidents. This surge is particularly concerning given Cambridge's status as a university city with a transient population. Vehicle crime also rose sharply, with a 59.2% increase from 49 to 78 cases, likely linked to the city's busy transport network and the presence of student commuters. Conversely, theft from the person dropped by 48.8%, from 86 to 44, possibly reflecting heightened police presence or seasonal changes in criminal activity. Shoplifting remains a major concern, with rates 168% above the UK average. The city's anti-social behaviour incidents also exceeded the national average by 25%, indicating a need for community-focused strategies to address nuisance crimes. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime patterns in Cambridge, where tourism, education, and urban infrastructure intersect.

Cambridge's crime rate in August 2024 rose to 11.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 10.6% increase from the previous month's 10.4. This places the area significantly above the UK average, which stands at 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the city recorded approximately 55 crimes each day, a figure that underscores the persistent challenge of crime management. When considering the monthly exposure, one in every 87 residents in Cambridge experienced a reported crime over the course of August. This ratio, while high, is contextualised by the city's population density and the mix of urban and suburban environments. Burglary rates in Cambridge were 6% below the UK average, suggesting that certain areas or crime types may be more effectively managed. However, the overall increase in crime highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly in areas experiencing spikes in violent and property-related offences.