Fenland Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Fenland's crime rate in January 2026 stood at 8.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 19.1% above the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This marked elevation reflects a persistent challenge in maintaining public safety, with violent crimes dominating the landscape at 43.4% of all recorded incidents. The category of violence and sexual offences alone, at 3.5 per 1,000, was 40% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) exceeded national rates by 51%. These trends suggest a combination of local factors, including the area's demographic composition and the pressures of a post-holiday period, which may contribute to heightened tensions in communal spaces. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: January's shorter days and reduced retail footfall may have shifted crime dynamics from outdoor to indoor environments, with criminal damage and arson (0.7 per 1,000) rising 46% above UK averages. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast in certain categories: shoplifting (0.4 per 1,000) was 30% below the UK rate, reflecting the impact of reduced consumer activity during the post-holiday lull. This juxtaposition of elevated and suppressed crime types highlights the need for nuanced policing strategies that address both the drivers of violence and the opportunities for property-related offences. The overall profile underscores the importance of ongoing community engagement and resource allocation to mitigate risks while capitalising on areas of relative safety.

The month-on-month increase in Fenland's crime rate (from 7.2 to 8.1 per 1,000) was driven by significant spikes in robbery (+100%), burglary (+70.6%), and 'other crime' (+70%). These rises, particularly in robbery, suggest potential vulnerabilities in public spaces or targeted areas requiring enhanced policing. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by 71.4% (from 7 to 2 incidents), a drop that may reflect improved security measures or seasonal factors linked to reduced outdoor activity. Violent crimes, which accounted for 43.4% of all incidents, remained 40% above the UK average (2.5 per 1,000), with anti-social behaviour also 51% above the national rate. This stark deviation from UK norms indicates a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell by 32.4% (from 34 to 23 incidents), possibly linked to shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for such offences. These shifts in crime patterns underscore the importance of adaptive policing strategies to address emerging threats while capitalising on areas of decline.

Fenland's crime rate in January 2026 rose to 8.1 per 1,000 residents, marking a 12.1% increase from the previous month's 7.2 per 1,000. This shift suggests a growing demand for local policing resources, particularly in addressing violent and anti-social incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 27 crimes per day, a figure that, while not directly comparable to national averages, highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 104,896 people. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 124 residents, a metric that underscores the scale of exposure for local households. This monthly exposure rate, when contextualised against the UK average (6.8 per 1,000), indicates Fenland's crime profile remains distinct, with its violent crime rates 40% above the national benchmark. The increase in property crimes, though less pronounced than violent offences, aligns with seasonal patterns where colder weather may drive indoor-related incidents such as burglary and criminal damage.