Camborne Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

May 2025 saw Camborne's overall crime rate reach 10.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 30.9% above the UK average of 8.1. This marked a continuation of trends observed in recent months, with violence and sexual offences dominating the crime profile. These crimes accounted for 36.7% of all reported incidents, significantly exceeding the UK average for this category by 38%. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, representing 26.2% of total crimes, a figure 97% higher than the national average. The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to these patterns, as such conditions often correlate with higher rates of public disorder and interpersonal conflict. While property crimes remained relatively low (accounting for 25.4% of all reported incidents), the breakdown reveals a distinct imbalance between violent and property-related offences. Shoplifting rates in Camborne were 25% below the UK average, a divergence that may reflect the town's retail profile or local enforcement efforts. However, the overall rate remains a cause for concern, particularly given the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and violent crimes compared to other areas in Cornwall. The data suggests that community-focused interventions may be necessary to address the underlying factors driving these increases, though further analysis is required to establish direct causal links.

May 2025 witnessed a sharp 300% increase in possession of weapons offences, rising from 1 to 4 incidents—a statistically significant jump that warrants attention. Other theft also saw a notable 111% rise, moving from 9 to 19 incidents, potentially reflecting seasonal factors such as increased foot traffic in retail areas during May. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% compared to the previous month, dropping from 6 to 3 incidents, a reduction that may be linked to local initiatives or seasonal changes in parking patterns. Theft from the person also increased by 100%, with incidents doubling from 2 to 4, a trend that could be connected to the extended daylight hours and increased outdoor activity typical of the month. In contrast to these rises, the rate of shoplifting in Camborne remained 25% below the UK average, and vehicle crime was 75% below the national figure, suggesting that certain crime prevention measures are effective in specific categories. The breakdown of violent crimes, particularly the 36.7% share of all incidents, highlights a need for targeted interventions in areas where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate. These findings illustrate the combination of local demographics, seasonal trends, and crime patterns, though further investigation is needed to fully understand the drivers behind these changes.

Camborne's crime rate in May 2025 (10.6 per 1,000) represented an 11.2% increase from the previous month's rate of 9.5, underscoring a recent upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 8 crimes per day, a figure that, while not exceptionally high, indicates a consistent level of criminal activity throughout the month. When viewed in terms of monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 94 residents, a ratio that, while not alarmingly high, remains a key metric for local authorities and residents alike. Comparing this to the UK average, Camborne's rate is significantly elevated, with the gap between local and national figures widening over recent months. The population context is also critical: with 23,407 residents, the absolute number of crimes (248) may seem manageable, but the rate per capita highlights systemic issues that require attention. This comparative analysis reveals that while certain categories—such as shoplifting and vehicle crime—are performing better than the UK average, the overall picture remains one of concern, particularly given the sharp rise in violent and anti-social behaviour. Residents may find the monthly exposure figure particularly useful for contextualising the risk they face, though this is a monthly aggregate and does not reflect daily fluctuations.