East Cambridgeshire Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

East Cambridgeshire’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 37.5% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure, while modest, reflects a consistent trend of lower crime rates in this rural district compared to national benchmarks. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (31.1% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (13.9%) and shoplifting (12.5%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a largely rural region with limited urban density, where public spaces are less congested and community policing may contribute to lower rates of anti-social conduct. Seasonal factors also appear to influence the data: February, a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, saw a pre-spring lull in crime, though this was partially offset by a sharp rise in burglary. The overall crime rate remains well below the UK average, suggesting that East Cambridgeshire’s low population density, strong local governance, and possibly lower economic pressures may all contribute to its relatively safe environment. However, the spike in burglary highlights the need for targeted measures, as this category was 60% above the UK average. The balance between violent and property crimes also indicates a unique local dynamic, with property crimes dominating the total count, due to the area’s housing stock and seasonal vulnerabilities. This data, when contextualised within the area’s geography and demographics, illustrates a community that, while generally secure, faces specific challenges in certain crime categories.

February 2026 saw a dramatic 60.9% increase in burglary cases, rising from 23 to 37 incidents. This surge, the largest month-on-month swing in the data, contrasts with a 36.3% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 80 to 51 cases. The shift in crime mix also reveals a notable trend: property crimes now account for 44.4% of total incidents (163 out of 367), compared to 31.1% for violent crimes. This balance differs from the UK average, where violent crimes make up a larger share. Burglary, in particular, was 60% above the UK average rate of 0.2 per 1,000, a discrepancy that may reflect local housing patterns or seasonal vulnerabilities. Meanwhile, possession of weapons fell by 60%, though this category remains extremely low, with just two incidents reported. For residents, the sharp rise in burglary underscores the importance of securing homes during the winter months, when outdoor activity is limited and opportunities for intrusion may increase.

East Cambridgeshire's crime rate in February 2026 fell by 22.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 5.1 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity observed during winter months, though local factors may have amplified the trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 13 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while consistent with the area’s historical patterns, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 253 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low crime environment in East Cambridgeshire. When scaled to the population of 92,906, this statistic illustrates that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime remains minimal for most residents. The drop from the previous month’s rate may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced outdoor activity and the closure of holiday-related events, which could have temporarily curtailed opportunities for certain types of crime.