March Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, March—a built-up area within Fenland—recorded a crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.2% above the UK average. This figure, while stable compared to the previous month, highlights the area’s distinct position within national crime trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46.8% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.8%) and other theft (9.7%). These patterns align with the area’s characteristics: a commuter hub with dense residential and retail zones, where high foot traffic and late-night activity may contribute to elevated levels of violent and property crime. Seasonal factors also played a role, with Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping likely intensifying opportunities for criminal activity. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson—doubling from 9 to 18 cases—could reflect increased outdoor gatherings or pyrotechnic-related incidents. Conversely, burglary and public order offences fell below UK averages, due to effective local policing or the area’s compact layout, which may limit opportunities for such crimes. The per-capita perspective reveals that every resident faces a 0.87% chance of experiencing a crime in a given year, a risk that, while not insurmountable, underscores the need for targeted interventions. The disproportionate rise in violent crime, which exceeds the UK average by 60%, suggests a combination of social and environmental factors. This could include the area’s role as a transit node, where transient populations may contribute to higher rates of conflict, or the influence of local economic conditions on community dynamics. As November’s dark evenings and seasonal events recede, the challenge will be to maintain stability while addressing the underlying drivers of this elevated crime profile.

November 2025 brought stark shifts in crime patterns, with possession of weapons surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases) and vehicle crime rising 150% (from 4 to 10). These increases, paired with a 100% rise in criminal damage and arson, suggest seasonal pressures—Bonfire Night and dark evenings likely amplifying risks. Conversely, bicycle theft plummeted by two-thirds, possibly linked to reduced cycling during colder months. The area’s violent crime rate (4.1 per 1,000) is 60% above the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the built-up nature of the district and its role as a transit node. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell 6% below the UK average, a contrast that could hint at community-led initiatives or local policing strategies. For residents, the 25% increase in vehicle crime—a 0.5 per 1,000 rate—means one in every 2,000 residents faced this specific risk, a figure that could guide targeted safety measures.

November 2025 saw a stable crime rate of 8.7 per 1,000 residents in March, a 1.2% increase from the previous month’s 8.6 rate. This slight upward shift, however, masks a broader context: the area remains 19.2% above the UK average, a figure that persists despite month-on-month stability. On a daily basis, residents faced roughly 6 crimes per day, a local metric that translates to a tangible presence in community life. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure equates to 1 reported crime for every 115 residents, a ratio that underscores the frequency of incidents in a built-up area. While the rate has not fluctuated dramatically, the persistent gap from the UK average suggests structural factors—such as the area’s proximity to major transport routes or its status as a commuter hub—may contribute to sustained elevated levels. This monthly aggregate, though stable, invites scrutiny of how local conditions interact with broader national trends.