Fenland Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 104,896 residents, Fenland recorded 804 crimes in November 2025, translating to a crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 people—5.5% above the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This marks the second consecutive month of increase after a rate of 7.2 per 1,000 in October. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences (322 cases, 40.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (117 cases) and criminal damage and arson (90 cases). These figures align with seasonal patterns in November, a month marked by extended evenings, Bonfire Night celebrations, and Black Friday shopping, which may contribute to heightened tensions and property-related incidents. The high proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) suggests local factors such as community dynamics or environmental conditions could play a role, though further analysis is needed to confirm this. Meanwhile, shoplifting saw a notable decline (-42.6%) compared to October, linked to reduced foot traffic during early November or increased retail security measures. The data also highlights a stark contrast in property crime trends: while vehicle crime rose by 52.9% (17 to 26 cases), theft from the person fell by 80% (5 to 1 case), indicating shifting patterns in criminal activity. This mix of trends underscores the complexity of local crime dynamics, influenced by both seasonal events and underlying socioeconomic factors.

November 2025 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson (+87.5%, from 48 to 90 cases), vehicle crime (+52.9%, from 17 to 26 cases), and public order offences (+43.3%, from 30 to 43 cases). These spikes may be linked to Bonfire Night activities, which often coincide with increased anti-social behaviour and property damage. Conversely, shoplifting dropped by 42.6% (61 to 35 cases), potentially reflecting lower foot traffic during early November or enhanced retail security efforts. The category of violence and sexual offences (3.1 per 1,000) was 21% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.1 per 1,000) was 4% above. Criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) was 70% above the UK average, suggesting a significant local issue. In contrast, shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000) was 52% below the UK average, and vehicle crime (0.3 per 1,000) was 25% below. These disparities highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas with elevated damage and arson rates, while the lower shoplifting figures could indicate effective policing or community engagement strategies in retail zones. A resident might find the 80% drop in theft from the person (from 5 to 1 case) particularly reassuring, though this anomaly requires further investigation to determine if it reflects genuine trends or data collection inconsistencies.

Fenland's crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 in November 2025 represents a 6.1% increase from the previous month's rate of 7.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 27 crimes per day, equating to one reported crime for every 130 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides context for residents, showing that while crime is present, it remains relatively low in proportion to the population. When compared to the UK average, Fenland's overall rate is modestly higher but not drastically so, suggesting that local factors—rather than systemic issues—may drive the discrepancy. The population-scaled perspective reveals that for every 1,000 residents, Fenland saw 7.7 crimes, compared to the UK's 7.3 per 1,000. This slight elevation is most pronounced in categories like violence and sexual offences (21% above UK average) and criminal damage and arson (70% above UK average), but mitigated by lower rates in shoplifting (52% below) and vehicle crime (25% below). These variations indicate that Fenland's crime profile is distinct from the national average, with specific challenges in certain areas that may require tailored policing strategies. The relatively low rate of theft from the person (0.1 per 1,000, 100% below UK average) also suggests that targeted efforts in this category have been effective, though the sharp decline in this crime type warrants further scrutiny to ensure it is not underreported.