Burwell Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The balance between property and violent crime in Burwell during May 2024 reveals a unique dynamic in local crime patterns. With 9 property crimes and 9 violent crimes recorded, the area exhibits a rare parity that diverges from typical urban centres where property crime often dominates. This equilibrium may reflect Burwell's character as a relatively small built-up area within East Cambridgeshire, where community cohesion and limited commercial density reduce opportunities for both theft and interpersonal conflict. The overall crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents places Burwell 53.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, underscoring its status as a low-crime locality. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36% of all crimes, significantly below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 (51% below). This suggests that while interpersonal crime occurs, it is neither concentrated nor severe. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour, though lower than national averages, remain notable. May's seasonal context—bank holidays, longer evenings, and increased outdoor socialising—likely contributes to patterns observed in public order and violence categories. The relatively low crime rate, combined with the balanced distribution between property and violent crime, may indicate a community where both environmental factors (such as limited retail areas) and social factors (like strong local networks) play a role in crime prevention.

May 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences rising by 50% compared to April, marking a sharp increase from 6 to 9 incidents. This rise, though still below the UK average, suggests heightened activity during the month's extended evenings and bank holidays. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 63.6% (from 11 to 4), potentially reflecting seasonal retail patterns or effective local enforcement. Other theft also increased by 100%, from 0 to 3 incidents, indicating emerging trends that warrant closer attention. The property-to-violent crime balance—equal at 9 each—contrasts with national trends where property crime typically outpaces violent crime. Burwell's violence rate of 1.4 per 1,000 (36% of total crimes) is 51% below the UK average for this category, suggesting effective community policing or environmental factors that mitigate interpersonal conflict. For residents, the 63.6% drop in shoplifting offers a tangible indicator of how seasonal and local initiatives may influence crime trends.

Burwell's crime rate in May 2024 (3.9 per 1,000) represents a 24.2% decrease from April's rate of 5.1 per 1,000, highlighting a downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 1 crime per day during May, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 6,484 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 259 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to national averages. This statistic underscores Burwell's position as a relatively safe area, where crime remains rare and concentrated in specific categories. The 53.6% gap between Burwell's rate and the UK average (8.4 per 1,000) suggests that local factors—such as limited commercial density, strong community ties, or effective policing—significantly influence crime outcomes. While the previous month's rate was higher, the sustained low level of crime in May indicates that these factors may be consistently at play. For residents, the 1-in-259 monthly exposure rate provides a clear measure of how infrequently crime impacts individual households, reinforcing the area's reputation for safety.