Soham Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Soham's crime rate in February 2026 was 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 29.7% below the UK average of 6.4. This disparity highlights the area's distinct position within national crime trends, likely influenced by its character as a built-up area within East Cambridgeshire. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.2% of all recorded crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (19.6%) and vehicle crime (11.8%). The dominance of violent crime may reflect local factors such as social dynamics in the area or seasonal patterns. February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the relatively low overall crime rate, though violent offences remained a persistent concern. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, still accounted for nearly a fifth of all crimes, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing community disturbances. Vehicle crime, though sharply higher than the UK average (0.5 vs 0.3 per 1,000), may be linked to specific local conditions such as parking infrastructure or traffic patterns. These figures, when contextualised with the area's small population and rural-urban mix, illustrate a community with below-average crime levels but notable pockets of risk that warrant targeted attention.

February 2026 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 200% (from 2 to 6 incidents) and burglary doubling (from 0 to 4). These increases contrast sharply with declines in anti-social behaviour (-28.6%) and criminal damage and arson (-75%). The rise in vehicle crime, which is 43% above the UK average (0.5 vs 0.3 per 1,000), may reflect seasonal factors such as increased traffic during the pre-spring period or targeted thefts in local car parks. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour dropped by 28.6%, potentially linked to reduced public gatherings during colder weather. For residents, the 200% spike in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in securing vehicles, a local concern not mirrored in the UK average. Other theft also doubled, though it remains 52% below the UK rate, suggesting that while specific incidents are rising, the overall risk profile remains low.

Soham's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 7.3% decrease from the previous month's 4.9. This decline, though modest, suggests a continuing trend of stability in local crime statistics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents, illustrating that the area remains relatively safe compared to broader national trends. Daily crime counts averaged 2 incidents per day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population size of Soham (11,223 residents). This context is crucial for residents assessing risk: the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-220 residents places Soham firmly within the lower end of the UK crime spectrum. When compared to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, Soham's rate is 29.7% below, a gap that underscores the effectiveness of local policing or the area's unique characteristics, such as its rural-urban mix or community cohesion.