Whittlesey Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Whittlesey's crime profile in February 2026 demonstrated a clear trend of improvement, with the overall crime rate standing at 4.1 per 1,000 residents—35.9% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This marked reduction reflects a broader pattern of decreased violent crime, particularly in violence and sexual offences, which fell to 17 incidents (29.3% of total crimes) from 48 in the previous year. The area's crime mix remained distinct, with anti-social behaviour accounting for 19% of incidents and burglary representing 13.8%, despite the latter's sharp increase. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the overall decline, as February's low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull align with reduced opportunities for certain crimes. Violence and sexual offences in Whittlesey were 48% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the 140% above average burglary rate. This disparity suggests a unique local dynamic, possibly influenced by Whittlesey's rural character and the presence of key infrastructure such as the River Nene and its proximity to Peterborough. While the sharp rise in burglary warrants attention, the broader trend of falling crime rates indicates effective community policing or other local factors that may be contributing to this positive outcome.

February 2026 saw a marked reduction in violent crime, with violence and sexual offences falling by 64.6% to 17 incidents, a decrease consistent with the pre-spring lull in activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common crime type, remained below the UK average by 12%, though it accounted for nearly 19% of all reported crimes. The most significant anomaly was the 700% increase in burglary, rising from 1 to 8 incidents. This spike brought Whittlesey's burglary rate to 0.6 per 1,000, 140% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Vehicle crime doubled to 2 incidents, though this remained 71% below the UK average. The drop in shoplifting by 50% to a single incident was consistent with the seasonal context of reduced outdoor activity. These shifts highlight a combination of local factors and broader trends, with the burglary increase warranting closer scrutiny.

Whittlesey's crime rate in February 2026 dropped to 4.1 per 1,000 residents, a 33.3% decrease from the previous month's 6.1 per 1,000. This decline aligns with a broader trend of reduced violent crime, with violence and sexual offences falling by 64.6% to 17 incidents. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of criminal activity compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 245 residents, reflecting a manageable level of monthly exposure. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 14,211, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime on a regular basis. The reduction in overall crime rate is particularly notable given the UK's average of 6.4 per 1,000, highlighting Whittlesey's performance as significantly below the national benchmark.