Brampton (Huntingdonshire) Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Brampton (Huntingdonshire) maintained a crime rate of 5.7 per 1,000 in December 2025, placing it 18.6% below the UK average of 7.0. This relatively low rate is tempered by significant spikes in specific categories, with violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 46% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (8 incidents, 21.6%) dominating the crime profile. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during the holiday period—likely contributes to these patterns. Violent crime, while slightly above the UK average for this category, remains a concern, particularly given the 142.9% month-on-month increase. Anti-social behaviour, which is 29% higher than the UK average, may reflect the pressures of the festive season on community cohesion and local policing resources. The area’s low levels of property crime (9 incidents, 24% of total) and shoplifting (2 incidents, 47% below the UK average) suggest that Brampton’s built-up environment, possibly with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, is less prone to certain types of crime. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft (1 incident, 300% above the UK average) and the relatively high rate of public order offences (8.1 per 1,000, 14% above the UK average) point to emerging vulnerabilities. These trends highlight the need for residents to remain vigilant, especially in areas with high foot traffic or during late-night hours, while local authorities may need to reassess strategies for managing seasonal crime pressures.

December 2025 saw alarming spikes in several crime categories, with anti-social behaviour increasing by 166.7% (from 3 to 8 incidents) and violence and sexual offences rising by 142.9% (from 7 to 17). These jumps, though not reflected in the overall rate, indicate a significant shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes now accounting for 46% of all reported incidents. Bicycle theft, a category typically low in the area, doubled from zero to one incident—a 100% increase that may be linked to seasonal factors such as Christmas shopping and increased cycling during darker evenings. Brampton’s violent crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 is just 1% above the UK average, yet anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 29% higher than the national figure. Residents should be particularly aware of these trends, as they suggest a possible correlation with the festive season’s social pressures and reduced natural surveillance in certain areas.

Brampton's crime rate rose sharply in December 2025, climbing from 3.5 to 5.7 per 1,000 residents—a 60.8% increase over the previous month. This surge, while still below the UK average of 7.0, reflects a marked shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents when contextualised within the community. Monthly exposure calculations show that, over the course of December, one crime occurred for every 177 residents—a rate that, while low compared to national averages, underscores the importance of vigilance during this period. The population context of 6,539 residents further highlights that even modest increases in crime can have a discernible impact on daily life, particularly when concentrated in specific categories such as anti-social behaviour and violent offences. This data invites a closer look at how local factors, combined with seasonal pressures, may be influencing crime trends.