Littleport Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Littleport's crime rate in September 2024 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 14.3% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a built-up area within East Cambridgeshire where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to sustained safety. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.7% of total incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (30.7%) and other theft (8.1%). These figures align with patterns seen in small towns where social tensions and transient populations can influence crime trends. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may have contributed to increased incidents of violence and anti-social behaviour. Property crimes such as burglary and shoplifting saw significant declines, suggesting improved security measures or seasonal changes in criminal activity. The rate of violent crime, while still a concern, remains 5% below the UK average, indicating that Littleport's profile differs from larger urban centres where such offences are more prevalent. The data also highlights disparities in local crime trends, such as the 71% increase in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average, which may reflect unique social or environmental factors in the area. These findings underscore the importance of contextual analysis when interpreting crime statistics, as geographic and demographic variables play a critical role in shaping local patterns.

Criminal damage and arson saw the most dramatic month-on-month increase, jumping 300% from 1 to 4 incidents. This spike, alongside a 100% rise in robbery and possession of weapons, contrasts sharply with declines in shoplifting and burglary, which fell 66.7%. The violent crime category, accounting for 38.7% of all incidents, remains 5% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category (30.7% of total crimes), is 71% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect local social dynamics. Residents may find the 66.7% drop in shoplifting—now at 1 incident compared to 3 in August—particularly notable, suggesting potential changes in retail security or consumer behaviour. The 100% increase in robbery, however, raises questions about targeted activity in specific areas.

Littleport's crime rate in September 2024 rose 26.4% compared to August, moving from 5.2 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. This increase aligns with the 14.3% gap below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, though the upward trend suggests local factors may be influencing patterns. Over 30 days, 2 crimes were reported daily on average—a rate that translates to one crime for every 152 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in a built-up area of East Cambridgeshire, where population density and community policing likely contribute to the manageable crime levels. The shift from August to September also coincides with seasonal changes, as the return of students and the start of the academic year may alter local dynamics. However, the overall rate remains well below the UK average, indicating a safer environment compared to national trends.