March Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

February 2026 marked a mixed picture for crime in the built-up area of March within Fenland. The overall crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents, while 12.5% above the UK average, showed a 16.7% month-on-month decline from January’s 8.7. This reduction may be consistent with the seasonal context of February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. However, the crime profile remained uneven: violence and sexual offences dominated at 41.9% of all incidents, significantly outpacing the UK average by 29%. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 22.6%, 76% above the UK average, a statistic that may reflect community tensions in a densely populated area. Criminal damage and arson also stood out, with 11.6% of incidents and a 74% gap compared to the UK average, linked to colder weather and increased property neglect. In contrast, shoplifting and other crime categories saw notable drops, though these may not fully offset the persistent challenges in violent and anti-social crime. The built-up nature of the area, combined with its proximity to Fenland’s rural surroundings, likely influences these patterns, with limited outdoor activity in winter reducing opportunities for certain crimes while amplifying tensions in confined spaces.

February 2026 saw a 16.7% month-on-month decline in the overall crime rate, but the nature of crime shifted notably. Violent crimes, particularly violence and sexual offences, accounted for 41.9% of total incidents—29% above the UK average. This category alone saw no significant month-on-month change, but its disproportionate share highlights ongoing concerns in the area. Meanwhile, theft from the person and robbery both doubled compared to January, a spike that could reflect heightened vulnerability in public spaces. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 77.8% and other crime dropped by 80%, possibly linked to seasonal factors or changes in local activity patterns. Anti-social behaviour remained a standout issue, contributing 22.6% of all crimes and 76% above the UK average, a statistic that may resonate with residents navigating community tensions.

The crime rate in March for February 2026 stood at 7.2 per 1,000 residents, marking a 16.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 8.7. This downward trend aligns with the seasonal context of February, a winter month typically associated with reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in social events. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 6 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity in a built-up area within Fenland. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for roughly every 138 residents, a monthly exposure rate that provides context for how frequently crime intersects with daily life. This rate, while lower than January’s, still places March above the UK average by 12.5%, underscoring the need for continued vigilance. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the drop, the area’s crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, particularly in violent and anti-social crime categories.