Soham Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Soham's crime rate of 6.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 20.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a position that reflects the area's relatively safe environment. This rate translates to a daily risk of approximately 2 crimes per day, with a monthly exposure of 1 in every 165 residents. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 48.5% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.6%) and criminal damage and arson (7.4%). These figures align with the characteristics of a small built-up area within East Cambridgeshire, where community dynamics and local policing may contribute to lower crime rates. The seasonal context of October—marked by darker evenings and Halloween—likely influenced patterns, particularly for crimes occurring in public spaces. For instance, the higher proportion of violent offences could be consistent with increased social interactions during evening hours, though can be asserted without further analysis. Conversely, the lower rate of burglary (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3 per 1,000) suggests that local security measures or household characteristics may deter such crimes. The balance between property and violent crimes in Soham contrasts with many UK areas, where property crimes often dominate. This divergence may reflect the town's demographic profile, with a population of 11,223 that includes a mix of residents and visitors. The lower rate of vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.4 per 1,000) could indicate effective parking management or fewer high-traffic areas. However, the significant 194% increase in 'Other crime' (from 0.2 to 0.5 per 1,000) raises questions about the nature of these incidents, which may include unclassified or emerging criminal activities. This data highlights the need for ongoing monitoring to ensure that Soham's crime rate remains stable, particularly as seasonal factors and community activities evolve.

The most striking change in October 2025 was a 400% surge in 'Other crime', rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This category, which includes unclassified or emerging criminal activities, may partly explain the overall rate's modest increase. Violent crimes, though remaining 9% above the UK average at 2.9 per 1,000, showed no significant month-on-month change. A notable decrease was observed in burglary, which fell by 25% (from 4 to 3), potentially linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings deterring intrusions. Conversely, anti-social behaviour increased slightly, though it remained at the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. Residents might find the 100% rise in theft from the person (from 0 to 1) particularly concerning, highlighting the need for vigilance during Halloween and other seasonal events. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both persistent and transient factors.

Soham's crime rate in October 2025 rose slightly to 6.1 per 1,000 residents from 5.9 per 1,000 in September, marking a 3.1% increase. This shift, though modest, reflects local fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the risk as relatively low compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 165 residents faced a reported crime, a monthly exposure rate that aligns with the area's overall safety profile. This statistic, while illustrative of the frequency of incidents, must be balanced against the broader demographic context: a population of 11,223 in a built-up area within East Cambridgeshire, where community cohesion and local policing may contribute to mitigating risks. The population-scaled perspective underscores that individual risk remains minimal, with most residents unlikely to encounter crime in any given month.