St Ives Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, St Ives’ crime rate stood at 11.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This disparity reflects a pronounced imbalance between violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the local crime profile. Of the 64 total crimes recorded, 25 were violent or sexual offences—accounting for 39.1% of all incidents—and 18 were classified as anti-social behaviour, the second-highest category. This stark overrepresentation of violent crime, particularly against the UK average, may be influenced by seasonal factors such as May’s longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, which are common in coastal towns like St Ives. The area’s tourism-driven economy and proximity to popular recreational spaces likely contribute to higher levels of public interaction, which could explain the elevated rates of anti-social behaviour and violence. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and other theft remained comparatively low, with burglary at just 0.2 per 1,000 residents—29% below the UK average. This contrast suggests that while the area’s social dynamics may drive violent and anti-social offences, its rural character and limited commercial density may help mitigate property crime. The seasonal context further complicates the picture: as May transitions into the summer months, the interplay between tourist activity, local demographics, and environmental factors may continue to shape crime trends.

May 2025 saw a dramatic 400% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to five incidents. This surge, coupled with a 200% rise in 'other crime' (from one to three), underscores a shift in the local crime mix. Violent and sexual offences also climbed sharply, with a 78.6% increase from 14 to 25 cases. This escalation in violent crime—now 66% above the UK average—contrasts sharply with property crimes, which remain lower. Anti-social behaviour, another major concern, saw a 139% increase over the UK average, while burglary and other theft fell by 50% and 83.3%, respectively. For residents, the spike in drug-related crimes highlights a pressing local issue, suggesting a potential link to increased socialising during May’s longer evenings and bank holidays. These trends, while not fully explained, align with seasonal patterns observed in coastal communities where tourism and social activity often intersect with criminal activity.

St Ives’ crime rate in May 2025 rose to 11.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.2% increase from the previous month’s 8.8 per 1,000. This shift positions the area 46.9% above the UK average, a significant deviation that warrants attention. On a daily basis, residents can expect approximately two crimes to be reported each day, translating to one reported crime for every 84 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low in absolute terms, reflects a sharp uptick in violent and anti-social behaviour compared to the prior month. The population context further highlights the scale: in a community of 5,369 people, the current crime rate means each resident faces a higher risk of encountering crime than the UK average. These figures, when viewed alongside the breakdown of crime types, reveal a stark contrast between the local profile and national trends, particularly in categories like drug-related offences and anti-social behaviour, which are elevated.