Chatteris Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Chatteris during April 2025 reveals a distinct profile shaped by the interplay of violent incidents and property-related offences. With a total crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents—36.4% below the UK average—the area’s profile diverges from national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominate, accounting for 43.8% of all recorded crimes, a share significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). This suggests a localised emphasis on interpersonal conflict or community-specific pressures, possibly linked to the Easter period and increased outdoor activity. Anti-social behaviour follows at 23.4%, though it remains 10% below the UK average, hinting at a balance between social engagement and community management. In contrast, property crimes like burglary and vehicle theft are low, with burglary at 0.1 per 1,000 (63% below the UK average) and vehicle crime at 0.1 per 1,000 (74% below). This pattern aligns with Chatteris’ likely semi-rural character, where lower foot traffic and fewer commercial hubs may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Seasonal factors in April—Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—likely contribute to the rise in violent crimes, as community events or extended daylight hours could influence social interactions. The data also shows a notable anomaly in criminal damage and arson, which rose sharply to 9 incidents (0.7 per 1,000), 23% above the UK average. This may indicate targeted vandalism or environmental factors tied to local infrastructure or seasonal events. While the overall rate remains low, the concentration of violent crimes raises questions about localised triggers, such as transient populations or specific incidents during the Easter period. These findings underscore the need for tailored approaches to community safety that address both the unique profile of violent incidents and the broader context of a relatively low-risk environment.

April 2025 marked a stark shift in crime patterns, with violent crimes surging by 86.7% compared to March, reaching 28 incidents—nearly half of all recorded crimes. This spike, alongside a 350% increase in criminal damage and arson, suggests a notable change in local dynamics. The category of criminal damage and arson, now at 9 incidents, far outpaces its UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, illustrating a localised issue that may relate to seasonal factors or specific events. Conversely, burglary and drugs-related crimes both fell sharply, with burglary dropping by 66.7% and drugs offences declining by 50%. These decreases contrast with the rise in anti-social behaviour, which remained 10% below the UK average. For residents, the most immediate insight is the 86.7% jump in violent crimes—a figure that highlights the need for targeted awareness around safety measures during the Easter period and spring activities.

April 2025 saw a 30.7% increase in Chatteris’ crime rate compared to March, rising from 3.8 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, though still well below the UK average, reflects a shift in the local crime profile. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the persistent nature of localised incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 202 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents within the population. When compared to the UK, Chatteris’ overall rate remains 36.4% lower, but this contrast is nuanced by the distribution of crime types. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area is statistically safer than the national average, the specific nature of incidents—particularly the rise in violent crimes—demands closer attention to local factors. This balance of low overall rates with concentrated categories suggests that community-specific dynamics, such as seasonal activity or local events, may play a role in shaping the crime picture.