Godmanchester Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Godmanchester's crime rate for October 2023 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 58.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture highlights the area's relative safety, a trend consistent with its status as a small built-up area within Huntingdonshire. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 40% of all reported crimes—well below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (52% lower). Anti-social behaviour followed at 20%, and criminal damage and arson contributed 13.3%, both significantly lower than national rates. Seasonal factors in October, including darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may have influenced patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. The low overall crime rate aligns with the area's character as a largely residential community with limited commercial activity compared to larger urban centres. While the drop in the UK average is notable, Godmanchester's consistent performance suggests structural factors—such as community cohesion, policing strategies, or the absence of high-risk environments—contribute to its safety profile. The monthly data also shows a slight seasonal dip in vehicle crime, possibly linked to reduced foot traffic and fewer visitors during the early autumn period.

October 2023 saw a 25% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to the previous month, with incidents falling from 16 to 12. This reduction, though modest, contrasts with the 33.3% increase in criminal damage and arson (3 to 4 cases). The sharp 66.7% decline in other theft (from 6 to 2 cases) may reflect seasonal changes, with fewer opportunities for theft during the quieter early autumn period. Godmanchester's rate of violence and sexual offences remains 52% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 45% lower nationally. The drop in vehicle crime—33.3% month-on-month—could be attributed to reduced commuter traffic or the absence of major local events that might draw transient populations. For residents, the 40% share of violent crimes in the monthly total underscores the need for continued focus on addressing interpersonal conflicts, even as the area remains significantly safer than the national average. The low incidence of property crime (26.7% of total) further reinforces the area's distinct profile compared to regions with higher commercial activity.

Godmanchester's October 2023 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 represents a 24.9% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.3 per 1,000, indicating a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for every 308 residents. This ratio places the area in a markedly safer position compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be far higher. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the likelihood of experiencing a crime in Godmanchester remains exceptionally low, even when accounting for the area's 9,228 residents. The contrast with the previous month is particularly striking in categories like violence and sexual offences, which fell by 25% despite the seasonal transition to darker evenings. This suggests that local factors—such as community engagement or effective policing—may be playing a role in sustaining lower crime levels. The monthly exposure rate also provides a tangible benchmark for residents: over the course of a month, the probability of encountering a crime is approximately 0.33%, a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety within the broader UK context.