Burwell Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In Burwell, a built-up area within East Cambridgeshire, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in September 2025 was remarkably low, with a crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents — nearly half the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime per 30 residents, a figure that, while not negligible, is far below the national benchmark. The crime profile was dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 45.8% of all incidents (11 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (20.8%, 5 cases). This mix diverges from the UK average, where property crime typically outnumbers violent crime. The seasonal context of September — with the return of students to local schools and universities — likely contributed to the prominence of violent and anti-social incidents. While the area’s overall safety is evident, the rise in public order offences (1 case) and shoplifting (1 case) suggests that transient populations and increased foot traffic may temporarily elevate certain risks. These patterns align with the area’s character as a small, possibly commuter-oriented town, where community dynamics and seasonal transitions can influence crime trends. The low burglary rate (0.3 per 1,000) — 7% above the UK average — hints at a more secure built environment, though the small number of incidents means this deviation could be statistical noise rather than a systemic issue. Overall, the data illustrates that Burwell’s residents face a crime risk that is both low in absolute terms and significantly lower than the national average, though localized factors may require ongoing attention.

September 2025 saw sharp increases in anti-social behaviour (+150%), public order offences (+100%), and shoplifting (+100%) compared to August. These spikes, while modest in absolute numbers, reflect shifting patterns in local activity. Anti-social behaviour, now accounting for 20.8% of all crimes, rose from two to five incidents — a jump that may be linked to the return of students and the start of the academic term. Violent crimes, though still 34% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), remained the most common category, with 11 incidents (45.8% of total). This balance of violent and property crime contrasts with the UK profile, where property crime typically dominates. Burglary in Burwell (0.3 per 1,000) was 7% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), a small but statistically significant deviation. Residents should be aware that while the overall risk is low, targeted areas may experience concentrated incidents, particularly as seasonal transitions influence community interactions.

Burwell’s crime rate in September 2025 rose to 3.7 per 1,000 residents, a 49.8% increase from the previous month’s 2.5 per 1,000. This shift, while notable, still places the area well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day, a figure that translates to a manageable level of exposure for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 270 residents, underscoring the relatively low probability of encountering crime in daily life. When scaled to the population of 6,484, this suggests that the majority of residents are unlikely to be directly affected by crime in any given month. The rise in reported incidents, however, highlights the importance of continued community vigilance, particularly as seasonal factors like the start of the academic term may influence local dynamics. This context reinforces that while Burwell remains significantly safer than the UK average, fluctuations in crime rates warrant attention to local patterns and their potential drivers.