Chatteris Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Chatteris recorded a crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents in September 2024, marking a 46.8% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This places the built-up area firmly within the safer end of national statistics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 18.9% and criminal damage and arson at 11.3%. These figures contrast with the UK averages for similar categories, where violence is 43% below the national rate and anti-social behaviour is 32% lower. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may have influenced the mix of crimes, with public spaces likely seeing increased foot traffic that could both deter and enable certain types of offences. Property crimes accounted for just 24.5% of the total (13 out of 53), suggesting a relative balance between property and violent crime that differs from broader UK trends where property crimes typically dominate. The area’s character as a small built-up area within Fenland, likely with a mix of residential and commercial zones, may contribute to this profile, though further analysis would be needed to confirm geographic or demographic drivers. The overall rate remains consistent with Chatteris’s historical position as a low-crime area, though the seasonal context of September—nights drawing in and the start of term—adds a layer of complexity to interpreting these figures. Local factors such as community engagement, policing presence, or the nature of local businesses may play a role in sustaining this lower-than-average rate, though direct causal links cannot be established without additional data.

September 2024 saw a 14.6% decline in Chatteris’s overall crime rate compared to August, with several categories showing marked decreases. Anti-social behaviour dropped by 56.5% (from 23 to 10 incidents), a shift that may reflect the start of the school term and reduced late-night activity in public spaces. Public order offences also fell by 16.7% (from 6 to 5), while criminal damage and arson decreased by 14.3% (from 7 to 6). These declines align with the seasonal transition of September, when local rhythms such as school and university calendars may reduce opportunities for anti-social conduct. Conversely, three categories saw increases: theft from the person, other theft, and drugs, each rising by 100% from zero to one or three incidents. While these are small numbers, they highlight emerging trends that could warrant closer attention. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category, with a rate of 1.5 per 1,000—43% below the UK average. This contrast with the UK’s higher rate for violence underscores Chatteris’s relative safety in this area. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.8 per 1,000, was also 32% below the national average, suggesting effective community management or policing strategies. However, the UK average for ‘other crime’ was 0.2 per 1,000, while Chatteris recorded 0.4 per 1,000—a 135% deviation that may indicate specific local factors influencing this category. Residents may find the 56.5% drop in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it suggests a potential correlation between term-time activity and reduced disorder.

Chatteris’s crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 in September 2024 represents a 14.6% decrease from August’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained trend of lower crime levels. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day over the month, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 244 residents. This places Chatteris among the safer areas in the UK, where the national average is significantly higher. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates the impact: with 12,951 residents, the 53 reported crimes equate to a relatively low frequency of incidents. This context is crucial for residents, as it provides a tangible sense of risk—highlighting that the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal compared to larger urban centres. The previous month’s rate of 4.8 per 1,000, while still low, indicates a continued improvement in local crime prevention efforts. The contrast with the UK average is stark, particularly in categories such as violence (35.9% of total crimes in Chatteris vs 43% of UK crimes) and anti-social behaviour (18.9% vs 32% nationally). These figures suggest that Chatteris’s social and environmental factors—such as community cohesion, local policing strategies, or the built environment—may contribute to its lower rates. However, the 135% deviation in the ‘other crime’ category compared to the UK average raises questions about local-specific issues that may require further investigation. For residents, the data reinforces that Chatteris remains a relatively safe place to live, though the small increases in theft and drugs-related incidents warrant awareness and monitoring.