March (Built-Up Area within Fenland) Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture in March (Built-Up Area within Fenland) during June 2025, accounting for nearly 40% of all reported crimes. At 8.8 per 1,000 residents, the area's crime rate was 8.6% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the need for targeted interventions. The dominance of violent crime may be consistent with the area's built-up character and its proximity to Fenland, where seasonal transitions could influence social dynamics. Anti-social behaviour followed as the second most common category, though it was 15% below the UK average, reflecting effective community policing or a lower density of transient populations. Other crime, while less defined, surged by 200% compared to the previous month, highlighting an emerging concern. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer—may contribute to increased incidents. Longer daylight hours and the onset of tourism could theoretically influence crime patterns, yet the rise in violent crime suggests underlying factors beyond seasonal shifts. The area's crime profile, shaped by its built-up nature, likely reflects a combination of local demographics and broader regional trends.

June 2025 saw a 200% increase in 'other crime' compared to May, with the category rising from 8 to 24 incidents. This surge, while unclassified in detail, may partly explain the overall rate's rise above the UK average. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 66.7% (from 12 to 4 cases), reflecting seasonal changes or local enforcement efforts. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, at 3.5 per 1,000 (39.9% of total crimes), 22% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, at 1.2 per 1,000, was 15% below the UK rate, suggesting a lower prevalence of disorderly conduct compared to national trends. Other theft rose by 116.7% (from 6 to 13 cases), highlighting a notable shift in property-related crime. Residents might find the sharp decline in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it contrasts with the overall upward trend in other categories.

The crime rate in March (Built-Up Area within Fenland) rose by 6.2% compared to May 2025, moving from 8.3 to 8.8 per 1,000 residents. This increase aligns with the start of summer, a period when local authorities often observe shifts in crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately six crimes per day in June 2025, a figure that offers residents a concrete sense of the monthly frequency of incidents. When scaled to the population of 21,434, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 114 residents. This ratio provides context for how often individuals in the area may encounter crime over the course of a month. The built-up nature of the area, combined with its location within Fenland, may contribute to a mix of local and transient populations, influencing the crime profile. However, specific causal links, and the increase in violent crime remains a key focus for local monitoring.