Whittlesey Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Whittlesey in December 2025 reveals a distinct dominance of violent crimes over property-related incidents, a pattern that may reflect both seasonal dynamics and the area's specific characteristics. With a total crime rate of 6.8 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 2.9% below the UK average, though the composition of crimes differs significantly from national trends. Violent and sexual offences accounted for 44.3% of all reported incidents, with a rate of 3.0 per 1,000 – 17% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime contrasts sharply with property crimes, which made up just 20% of the total. The seasonal context of December – marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the presence of empty homes during holidays – likely contributes to this imbalance. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 (29% above the UK average), potentially linked to increased social interactions during the festive period. While property crime rates generally fall below UK levels (with shoplifting at 82% below the national average), the persistent focus on violent crime suggests challenges in managing public safety during the year's most intense social and economic activity. This pattern aligns with the character of Whittlesey as a built-up area within Fenland, where community dynamics and localised pressures may amplify certain types of offences during peak seasonal periods.

December 2025 saw notable fluctuations in crime types, with robbery and possession of weapons both rising by 100% compared to November, while shoplifting fell by 75%. This shift highlights a stark contrast between rising violent and public safety-related offences and declining property crimes. Violent crimes accounted for 44.3% of all incidents, far outpacing property crimes at 20%, a balance that diverges from typical seasonal patterns observed in similar communities. The category of drugs offences stood 85% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect localised pressures or reporting inconsistencies. Conversely, other theft and public order crimes fell below UK levels by 42% and 32% respectively, suggesting some areas of relative safety. For residents, the 100% increase in robbery incidents underscores the importance of vigilance during the festive period, when businesses and homes may be more vulnerable to targeted crimes.

Whittlesey's crime rate in December 2025 rose 6.7% from 6.4 to 6.8 per 1,000 residents compared to November, reflecting a slight upward trend despite remaining 2.9% below the UK average. Daily crime counts averaged three incidents per day, a figure that may feel more pronounced during December's shorter daylight hours and holiday-related disruptions. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 147 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the scale of incidents in a localised perspective. This rate, while modest, aligns with the area's character as a built-up community within Fenland, where seasonal factors like empty homes during holidays and increased foot traffic in retail areas could influence reporting patterns. The population context further underscores that Whittlesey's crime profile remains relatively contained compared to larger urban centres, though the rise from November suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining stability during peak seasonal periods.