Burwell Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burwell’s crime rate in July 2023 remained exceptionally low, at 2.5 per 1,000 residents — a figure 69.9% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This performance is consistent with the area’s character as a small built-up community, where the density of population and the presence of local amenities may contribute to a crime environment that prioritises community engagement over anonymity. The top crime types in July were violence and sexual offences (31.3% of total incidents) and anti-social behaviour (25.0%), both of which are significantly below UK averages. The seasonal context of July — a peak month for tourism, festivals, and outdoor events — may have influenced these patterns, as increased foot traffic and community activity could deter certain offences or shift crime to less visible areas. However, the low overall rate also suggests that Burwell’s crime profile is shaped by factors such as effective local policing, strong community ties, and a relatively small population that may limit opportunities for crime. The balance between property and violent crime is notable, with each accounting for a similar share of total incidents, reflecting the dual challenges of personal safety and property protection in a small urban setting. While the area’s crime rate is well below the UK average, the presence of categories like possession of weapons — which is 150% above the national rate — indicates that specific issues require targeted attention, even in areas with otherwise low crime levels.

July 2023 saw a 64.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, bringing the count from 14 to 5 — a stark reduction that may partly explain the area’s overall drop in crime. Other theft also fell sharply, with a 66.7% reduction (from 3 to 1), suggesting improved security measures or fewer opportunities for theft during the summer months. Meanwhile, burglary rose by 100%, with two incidents reported, though this remains a small number in the context of Burwell’s low overall crime rate. A notable anomaly is the 150% increase in possession of weapons cases, which rose from 0 to 1 — a rare occurrence that highlights the need for vigilance in specific areas. The crime mix also shifted, with property crimes (5) and violent crimes (5) each accounting for 31.3% of total incidents, reflecting a balance between personal safety and property protection concerns. These changes illustrate how seasonal dynamics, such as festivals and school holidays, can influence crime patterns in a small built-up area.

Burwell's crime rate in July 2023 fell to 2.5 per 1,000 residents, a 46.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the seasonal rhythm of summer, when the area’s tourism and festival activity typically peaks, potentially diverting attention from crime or reducing opportunities for certain offences. On a daily basis, Burwell recorded an average of one reported crime per day in July — a low frequency that reflects the area’s small population and limited urban density. When scaled to the local population, the monthly exposure rate shows that over the course of July, one crime occurred for roughly every 405 residents. This figure underscores the relatively low risk residents face compared to the UK average, where the equivalent monthly exposure would be far higher. The contrast is especially stark in categories like violence and sexual offences, which in Burwell are 71% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour, which is 58% below the national rate. These figures suggest that Burwell’s crime profile is shaped by its compact, community-oriented character, where local policing and social cohesion may play a role in maintaining lower crime levels.