Burwell Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Burwell's November 2024 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents marked a stark contrast to the UK average of 7.6, placing the area 57.9% below national levels. This performance is particularly notable given the month's seasonal context, which included Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended evening darkness. The crime profile was dominated by anti-social behaviour (33.3%) and violence and sexual offences (33.3%), with these two categories accounting for 66.6% of all incidents. While property crime remained low (4 incidents, 19% of total), the surge in violent crime defied expectations for an area typically characterised by low overall rates. The seasonal calendar appears to have played a role, with factors like increased social gatherings during Bonfire Night likely contributing to the spike in anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, the decline in shoplifting and criminal damage may reflect reduced foot traffic during the holiday period or heightened awareness among retailers. Burwell's position as a relatively rural built-up area within East Cambridgeshire, with limited commercial density compared to major urban centres, likely explains its consistently low crime rates, though the month's events highlight the vulnerability of small communities to sudden spikes in specific categories.

November saw unprecedented spikes in anti-social behaviour (+600%) and violence and sexual offences (+250%), both rising from single incidents in October to seven each. This dramatic shift contrasts with steep declines in shoplifting (-50%) and criminal damage (-50%), which fell to one incident each from two in October. While violent crime rates in Burwell (1.1 per 1,000) remain 57% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), the surge in anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) aligns closely with the UK average (1.1 per 1,000), suggesting localised factors may be driving this category. The sharp rise in violent crime, despite overall low rates, could be linked to seasonal factors like Bonfire Night or the convergence of Black Friday shopping with darker evenings.

Burwell's crime rate in November 2024 rose 90.6% from the previous month, climbing from 1.7 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase contrasts with the area's consistent position far below the UK average, which remains at 7.6 per 1,000. Locally, the daily crime count averaged one incident per day over 30 days, translating to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 309 residents. This ratio is particularly meaningful for a community of 6,484 people, as it underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The shift from October to November appears to reflect seasonal dynamics, with factors like extended evening darkness and the timing of events such as Bonfire Night potentially influencing patterns. While the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks, the month-on-month rise suggests a need for continued monitoring of emerging trends.