Soham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Soham's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 6.0 per 1,000 residents, placing the built-up area 22.1% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This figure reflects a sustained trend of lower-than-average crime levels, though the month saw notable shifts in the composition of incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.3% of all reported crimes, with a rate of 2.4 per 1,000 — 8% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 26.9% of incidents, but this category was 20% above the national average, potentially linked to increased social gatherings during the Easter holiday period. The seasonal context of April, with its spring weather and Easter-related activities, likely influenced these patterns, as outdoor events and festivals can contribute to both public order issues and anti-social behaviour. Meanwhile, property crimes were relatively low, with only 11 incidents reported — 1.6 per 1,000 — compared to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that local initiatives or community engagement efforts may be effectively mitigating property crime in the area. The overall crime rate, while showing a 6.4% increase from March, remains firmly below the UK average, indicating that Soham continues to maintain a safer environment compared to the national picture. These figures, combined with the specific category trends, paint a nuanced picture of a community where certain crime types are being managed effectively, while others require targeted attention.

April 2025 saw dramatic shifts in Soham's crime profile, with public order offences surging 500% from one incident to six. This spike, coupled with a 200% rise in drug-related crimes and a 100% increase in burglaries, signals a notable shift in the local crime profile. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 40.3% of all reported incidents, though they were 8% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 20% above the UK average, suggesting a potential link to increased social activity during the Easter period. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell 90.9% compared to March, possibly reflecting seasonal changes in outdoor activity. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local events and crime patterns, with public order offences emerging as a critical area for further monitoring.

Soham's crime rate in April 2025 rose 6.4% compared to March, moving from 5.6 to 6.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a broader seasonal trend in the area. On a daily basis, the town recorded roughly two crimes per day over the month, a figure that aligns with typical patterns for a built-up area of this size. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate means one resident in every 168 experienced a reported crime during April. This statistic provides a tangible measure of risk for local households, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The population context also highlights the relatively small scale of incidents in Soham, where 11,223 residents share a crime burden that is 22.1% below the national average. These figures suggest a community where crime is both present and manageable, with local policing efforts likely contributing to the sustained lower-than-average rates.