Wisbech Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Wisbech recorded 267 crimes, equating to 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents — a rate 36.4% above the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. For a town of 25,334 residents, this volume translates to roughly one reported crime for every 95 residents over the course of the month. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 33% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (18.4%) and other theft (10.1%). These figures suggest a crime profile shaped by local dynamics, such as the town’s built-up area and seasonal factors. October, with its darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may partly explain the elevated rates of violent crime and anti-social behaviour, as these conditions can heighten tensions in public spaces. The data also shows a marked divergence from UK averages in several categories: violence and sexual offences are 32% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 51% above. This contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in Wisbech, particularly in areas where nightlife or community tensions might intersect with crime patterns. The seasonal context further complicates the picture, as the transition from autumn to winter often correlates with increased alcohol-related incidents and public disorder. However, the overall crime rate remains consistent with historical trends for this area, which has historically seen higher-than-average rates of property and violent crime compared to other parts of the UK.

October 2025 saw notable shifts in Wisbech’s crime profile, with several categories experiencing significant changes. Other crime — including unclassified incidents — surged by 200%, rising from four to 12 cases, a stark increase that may reflect underreporting or evolving criminal activity. Burglary also rose sharply by 80%, jumping from five to nine incidents, a trend that could be linked to seasonal factors such as increased home occupancy during the school term. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 37.5%, dropping from eight to five cases, due to reduced car usage during the darker evenings of October. Bicycle theft plummeted by two-thirds, from three to one incident, which may indicate improved security measures or a seasonal lull in thefts. The data also reveals stark disparities compared to UK averages: violence and sexual offences are 32% above the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 51% above, suggesting a unique challenge in managing public order in Wisbech. Vehicle crime in Wisbech is 52% below the UK average, a contrast that could reflect differences in local infrastructure, such as secure parking facilities or lower commuter traffic. For residents, the decrease in vehicle crime — a category that is 52% below the UK average — may offer a practical reassurance, though the overall rate remains significantly higher than the national benchmark.

Wisbech’s crime rate in October 2025 (10.5 per 1,000 residents) marked a 4.6% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 11.1 per 1,000, a small but notable decline that may reflect seasonal adjustments or ongoing policing efforts. On a daily basis, the town recorded an average of nine crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the persistent nature of crime in a built-up area. When contextualised against the town’s population of 25,334, this translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 95 residents — a ratio that, while lower than some urban centres, still places Wisbech above the UK average. This comparison highlights the disparity between Wisbech and the national trend, where the UK average crime rate is 7.7 per 1,000, a 36.4% gap that remains significant despite the month-on-month improvement. The population-scaled perspective also reveals the uneven distribution of crime: while vehicle crime is 52% below the UK average, categories such as violence and sexual offences are 32% above, suggesting that Wisbech’s crime profile is shaped by specific local factors rather than a generalised trend. These figures reinforce the need for targeted strategies that address the unique challenges of this area, particularly in managing violent and anti-social crime, which consistently outpace national rates.