Wisbech Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Wisbech's crime rate in January 2025 was 10.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 53.5% above the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This built-up area within Fenland, with a population of 25,334, recorded 277 total crimes, reflecting a mix of property and violent offences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 39.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.3%) and other theft (10.1%). These figures contrast with the UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 2.5 per 1,000 and anti-social behaviour is 1.0 per 1,000. Seasonal factors in January—shorter days, reduced retail activity, and post-holiday dynamics—likely influence patterns, though the area's higher-than-average violent crime rate suggests deeper, persistent issues. The comparatively low rate of shoplifting (35% below the UK average) may reflect lower footfall in retail areas during this month, but the sharp rise in theft from the person and robbery highlights emerging concerns. The data underscores a combination of local demographics, community dynamics, and broader national trends, requiring targeted analysis to address disproportionate risks.

January 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with theft from the person surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and robbery doubling from 0 to 4. Burglary also rose by 33.3% (from 12 to 16), indicating potential vulnerabilities in residential security. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped 75% (from 4 to 1), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during colder weather. Criminal damage and arson fell by 54.2% (from 48 to 22), and possession of weapons decreased by 50% (from 8 to 4). The area's violence and sexual offence rate (4.3 per 1,000) is 71% above the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (1.3 per 1,000) is 33% above. Shoplifting remains 35% below the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000), suggesting that local retail patterns or enforcement efforts may be mitigating this category. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with higher concentrations of violent crimes, as these trends may signal broader challenges in community safety.

Wisbech's crime rate in January 2025 remained stable compared to December 2024, decreasing by 0.7% from 11.0 to 10.9 per 1,000 residents. This minor shift masks deeper disparities when viewed through the lens of daily and monthly exposure: 9 crimes were reported each day in January, and over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 91 residents. While the rate is stable, the composition of crimes—particularly the elevated levels of violence and anti-social behaviour—contrasts sharply with the UK average. For context, the UK average crime rate of 7.1 per 1,000 translates to approximately 6 crimes per day in a similarly sized population. Wisbech's higher-than-average violent crime rate, combined with its relatively low shoplifting incidence, suggests distinct local dynamics. These figures highlight the importance of targeted interventions, as the area's population faces a higher risk of violent encounters compared to the national average. The monthly exposure metric, though abstract, provides a tangible sense of risk for residents: in any given month, a Wisbech resident has a 1-in-91 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime, a figure that underscores the need for community-focused policing and prevention strategies.