Camborne Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In August 2025, Camborne—a built-up area in Cornwall—recorded 176 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 7.5 per 1,000 residents. This figure places the area 7.4% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a notable achievement for a coastal town with a population of 23,407. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45.5% of all incidents (80 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (41 cases, 23.3%) and criminal damage and arson (14 cases, 8.0%). These patterns are consistent with the area’s character as a tourist destination and commuter hub, where social interactions and economic activity can influence crime dynamics. The high proportion of violent crimes may reflect the influx of visitors during the summer months. Seasonal factors also played a role: August, as a peak holiday month, saw increased tourism and the temporary absence of residents from their homes, which may have heightened vulnerability to certain crimes. However, the rate of violent crime (3.4 per 1,000) was 18% above the UK average, suggesting that local conditions—such as the proximity to popular tourist sites or the density of the built-up area—may contribute to this disparity. Conversely, property-related crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime saw significant declines, with shoplifting dropping by 75% compared to previous months. This could be attributed to the seasonal slowdown in retail activity or the implementation of targeted crime prevention measures. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, underscores the importance of maintaining community-focused policing strategies, particularly in addressing the specific challenges posed by tourism and seasonal fluctuations.

August 2025 saw stark contrasts in crime trends. Robbery increased by 100% (from 0 to 1), and burglary rose by 50% (from 2 to 3). Conversely, shoplifting plummeted by 75% (from 24 to 6), likely reflecting reduced foot traffic during the summer lull or heightened security measures. Vehicle crime also dropped sharply by 62.5% (from 8 to 3), possibly due to fewer cars on the road during August holidays. Violent crimes, which made up 45.5% of all incidents, were 18% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may be linked to Camborne’s proximity to tourist areas and the social dynamics of a built-up coastal town. Anti-social behaviour, at 23.3% of all crimes, was 23% above the UK average, suggesting a need for targeted community interventions. Other theft and public order offences were 22% and 31% below the UK average, respectively, indicating effective local policing strategies in these categories.

Camborne’s crime rate in August 2025 fell to 7.5 per 1,000 residents, a 27.3% drop from July’s 10.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced property crime, particularly in shoplifting and vehicle-related offences, which dropped by 75% and 62.5% respectively. On a daily basis, Camborne recorded approximately 6 crimes per day in August—a figure that, while modest, reflects the area’s population of 23,407. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 133 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents for local residents. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, but the population-scaled perspective highlights how even a small number of crimes can have a visible impact in a close-knit community. The drop in crime may be partially attributed to seasonal factors, such as fewer tourists during the summer lull, though this remains speculative without further data.