East Cambridgeshire Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Cambridgeshire’s crime rate in November 2023 stood at 4.2 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 44% below the UK average of 7.5. This continued trend of lower-than-national crime levels reflects the region’s broader safety profile, though seasonal factors may have influenced specific patterns. The most common crimes in the month were violence and sexual offences (148 incidents, 37.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (61, 15.6%) and criminal damage and arson (36, 9.2%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for each category, where violence and sexual offences were 38% below the national rate, anti-social behaviour 33% below, and criminal damage and arson 32% below. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—may have contributed to fluctuations in certain crime types. For instance, the rise in shoplifting could be linked to increased retail activity, while the decline in public order offences may reflect reduced outdoor gatherings as temperatures dropped. However, the overall picture remains one of relative safety, with property crime rates significantly lower than the UK average. This data underscores the importance of considering both local and national contexts when interpreting crime statistics, as well as the role of seasonal events in shaping short-term trends.

November 2023 saw a sharp increase in theft from the person, with incidents rising by 200% (1 to 3). This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened caution during the festive season or specific incidents linked to Bonfire Night events. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson rose by 28.6% (28 to 36), potentially tied to seasonal activities or increased vandalism during darker evenings. Shoplifting also increased by 23.8% (21 to 26), a trend that could be attributed to Black Friday shopping patterns, even as overall property crime remained well below the UK average. Conversely, drug-related offences fell by 76.9% (13 to 3), and public order incidents dropped by 56.4% (39 to 17), suggesting a possible reduction in alcohol-fuelled disputes during colder weather. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal events and local crime dynamics, offering residents a nuanced view of their area’s safety profile.

East Cambridgeshire’s crime rate in November 2023 fell to 4.2 per 1,000 residents, an 11.9% decline from the previous month’s 4.8. This downward trend aligns with broader patterns observed in the area during late autumn, when seasonal factors such as shorter daylight hours and reduced foot traffic in retail zones may partly explain the reduction. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 13 crimes per day in November, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 238 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low frequency of crime compared to the UK average, though it remains a useful metric for residents to contextualise their personal risk. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that, despite fluctuations in specific categories, the overall crime picture remains significantly below the national average, reinforcing East Cambridgeshire’s reputation as a safer region within the UK.