March Built-Up Area Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

February 2025 saw the Built-Up Area within Fenland report 190 crimes, resulting in a crime rate of 8.9 per 1,000 residents — 32.8% above the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This rate, while stable compared to the previous month, places the area in a higher position relative to national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 42.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.7%) and shoplifting (12.1%). These figures align with the characteristics of a built-up area, where higher population density and social interactions may contribute to elevated rates of violent and disorderly conduct. The seasonal context of February — a winter month with reduced outdoor activity — may have influenced the distribution of crimes, with public spaces and indoor venues serving as focal points for anti-social behaviour and violence. However, the absence of a significant month-on-month change in the overall rate suggests that underlying factors, such as the area’s infrastructure or community dynamics, may be driving the higher-than-average crime profile. The UK comparison highlights a persistent gap, with the area’s violence rate 62% above the national average and shoplifting 77% above, underscoring the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories. While the overall rate remained stable, the composition of crimes indicates a combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

February 2025 marked sharp increases in public order offences, which rose by 333.3% compared to January, from 3 to 13 incidents. This jump, though not linked to a specific event, may reflect seasonal factors such as the transition from winter to spring, when social interactions in public spaces may intensify. Bicycle theft also saw a 100% increase, with one reported incident — a figure that, while small, could signal emerging patterns in theft targeting personal property. Conversely, burglary and other crime categories declined: burglary fell by 66.7% (9 to 3) and other crime dropped by 66.7% (15 to 5), reflecting heightened community vigilance or seasonal inactivity in certain areas. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.6% of all crimes, a rate 62% above the UK average, suggesting local challenges in addressing violent crime that may be influenced by the area’s built-up nature and potential social tensions.

The crime rate in the Built-Up Area within Fenland remained stable in February 2025, holding at 8.9 per 1,000 residents — a 0.6% decrease from the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant upward or downward trend over the past 30 days, though fluctuations in specific crime types may reflect local dynamics. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical patterns, underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 113 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents relative to the population. This monthly exposure rate, though not directly comparable to UK-wide figures, aligns with the area’s position as a built-up region where population density may contribute to higher crime visibility. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the sharp increases in public order offences and shoplifting, which may point to localized pressures that require targeted attention.