East Cambridgeshire Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

East Cambridgeshire's crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 in December 2025 places it 30% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national picture. This local authority district, characterised by a mix of rural and suburban areas, saw violence and sexual offences account for 33.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.1%) and other theft (9.0%). The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the holiday season—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, the prevalence of violence and sexual offences may be linked to increased social interactions during festive events, though this remains a plausible explanation rather than a definitive cause. Meanwhile, property crimes accounted for 41.9% of the total (191 out of 456), with shoplifting and vehicle crime contributing to this category. The lower-than-average rates for anti-social behaviour and public order offences suggest a community with relatively strong social cohesion, though this interpretation must be tempered by the absence of direct demographic data. The overall crime rate, while modest, aligns with the area’s character as a largely rural district with limited urban density, where crime prevention efforts may benefit from lower population concentrations and fewer high-risk environments.

December 2025 saw notable shifts in East Cambridgeshire’s crime mix, with robbery and bicycle theft both increasing by 100% compared to November. Robbery, which had not been reported in the previous month, rose from zero to one incident, while bicycle theft doubled from three to six. These increases may be partly explained by the holiday season’s impact on outdoor activity and the potential for increased theft in empty homes over Christmas. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 63.6%, from 11 to four incidents, possibly reflecting reduced illicit activity during the festive period. Vehicle crime also surged by 76.2%, rising from 21 to 37, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 8%. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased car usage for holiday travel or the presence of unoccupied homes, creating opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences decreased by 5.5%, from 163 to 154, though this remains close to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. The area’s lower-than-average rates for theft from the person (100% below the UK average) and drugs (100% below) highlight areas where local conditions—such as lower foot traffic or community policing—may contribute to reduced crime. Residents should note that vehicle crime has risen sharply, a trend that may warrant attention during the winter months.

East Cambridgeshire’s crime rate in December 2025 rose slightly to 4.9 per 1,000, a 5.8% increase from November’s 4.6 per 1,000. This upward shift, though modest, suggests a seasonal fluctuation that may be influenced by the holiday period’s unique dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 15 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 204 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate, while low, underscores the importance of maintaining community vigilance during times of increased social activity. Compared to the UK average, East Cambridgeshire’s crime profile remains significantly safer, with the area’s violent crime rate (1.7 per 1,000) 34% below the national average for this category. However, the rise in vehicle crime—a category where the local rate is 8% above the UK average—highlights a vulnerability that may be exacerbated by seasonal factors such as increased car usage and holiday-related travel. The population context further illustrates the scale: with 92,906 residents, the 456 total crimes reported in December equate to a manageable burden for local services, though targeted efforts may be needed to address the specific rise in vehicle-related incidents. This data reinforces the area’s overall safety but also identifies pockets of concern that warrant further analysis.