St Ives Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked an unexpected shift in St Ives’ crime profile, with public order offences surging by 300% month-on-month. This dramatic increase, from one to four incidents, became the most striking anomaly in an otherwise stable crime profile. The overall crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents placed the area 5.5% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a consistent trend that reflects St Ives’ character as a small, coastal built-up area. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, accounting for 43.2% of all reported crimes. compared to October. This decline may be partly explained by the seasonal transition into darker evenings, which could have reduced opportunities for such incidents. Other theft and public order offences both exceeded UK averages by over 70%, suggesting localised pressures in these areas. The month also saw significant drops in criminal damage and arson (66.7% decrease) and anti-social behaviour (66.7% decrease), linked to increased community engagement around Bonfire Night events. These fluctuations highlight the influence of seasonal factors—such as the timing of Black Friday shopping and the end of the university term in nearby areas—on local crime patterns. The overall picture remains one of relative safety, but the surge in public order offences underscores the need for targeted measures during late autumn. The area’s low population density and coastal isolation likely contribute to its generally lower crime rates compared to larger urban centres, though the spike in certain categories indicates that specific challenges persist. This data paints a nuanced picture of a community navigating the complexities of seasonal rhythms and local dynamics.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in public order offences, rising from one to four reported incidents. This sharp spike, though not uncommon during the darker evenings of late autumn, contrasts with the 66.7% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which fell from six to two. The drop in anti-social behaviour—also 66.7%—suggests a possible shift in community activity or policing focus during the month. Violence and sexual offences, while still the most common category (16 incidents, 43.2% of total), declined by 23.8%, a change that may reflect seasonal factors such as reduced socialising after Bonfire Night. Other theft and public order offences both exceeded the UK average by more than 70%, highlighting local challenges in these areas. Residents might find the 100% increase in bicycle theft particularly concerning, as this category was 233% above the UK average. These trends illustrate a combination of seasonal events and local crime dynamics, requiring nuanced analysis.

St Ives recorded a crime rate of 6.9 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, marking a 7.5% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.5 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend observed in the final weeks of the month, where local policing efforts may have contributed to reduced incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the relatively low density of reported incidents in this coastal community. When considering monthly exposure, 1 crime occurred for every 145 residents during November, a statistic that underscores the area’s overall safety compared to national averages. The population context further highlights this: with 5,369 residents, the small built-up area’s crime profile remains distinct from larger urban centres. While daily crime counts offer a snapshot, the monthly aggregate provides a clearer picture of community-wide risk, showing that residents are statistically less likely to be directly affected by crime than the UK average. This context is particularly relevant for those planning to visit or relocate to the area, as it illustrates a consistent pattern of lower-than-average crime rates.