Whittlesey Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Whittlesey's crime profile in November 2025, accounting for 30.8% of all reported incidents. This category, at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, remains 22% below the UK average, a figure that suggests localised factors may mitigate some risks typically associated with violent crime. The area's overall crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents places it 12.3% below the UK average, a position that contrasts with the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour, which contributes 27.5% of crimes and is 70% above the UK average. This divergence highlights the area's unique character as a built-up rural settlement where social dynamics may amplify certain types of crime. November's seasonal context—marked by dark evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributes to fluctuations, with public order offences surging amid increased community gatherings. Meanwhile, shoplifting, which constitutes 4.4% of crimes, fell 52% below the UK average, reflecting lower retail footfall or effective local deterrents. The mix of violent and non-violent crimes indicates a multifaceted picture, where factors such as population density, local amenities, and seasonal events interact to shape crime patterns. This data underscores the need for tailored approaches to crime prevention that address both the area's strengths and its vulnerabilities.

Public order offences surged by 700% in November, rising from one to eight incidents—a dramatic shift that outpaces other categories. This increase may partly explain the overall 10.9% rise in the area's crime rate compared to October. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 42.9%, aligning with the 52% UK average deficit for this category. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, decreased slightly by 6.7% from 30 to 28 incidents, though they remain 22% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour, contributing 27.5% of all crimes, is 70% above the UK average, a stark contrast that underscores localised pressures. These variations suggest a combination of factors, from seasonal events like Bonfire Night to retail activity during Black Friday, which may influence specific crime types differently.

Whittlesey's crime rate in November 2025 rose 10.9% from 5.8 to 6.4 per 1,000 residents compared to October, reflecting a slight upward trend. This brings the monthly exposure to 1-in-156 residents, a figure that contextualises the frequency of reported incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three crimes per day, a statistic that helps residents gauge the immediate likelihood of encountering crime. While this rate remains 12.3% below the UK average, the shift from October highlights the need to monitor seasonal patterns. The built-up nature of Whittlesey, combined with its rural setting, may create unique dynamics where localised factors like community engagement or environmental conditions influence crime trends differently than in larger urban centres.