Godmanchester Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Godmanchester's overall crime rate for September 2023 stood at 4.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 46.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This performance places the area well below national benchmarks, with the most prevalent crime category being violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40% of all reported incidents. Other theft and anti-social behaviour followed closely, each contributing 15% to the total crime mix. The seasonal context of September, typically marked by the return to school and university freshers' week, may have influenced patterns of activity in public spaces. Property crimes represented only 35% of the total, contrasting with the 60% share typically seen in UK urban centres, suggesting a different crime profile shaped by the area's character. The lower proportion of property crimes may reflect a combination of local demographics and the built-up area's layout, which likely includes fewer commercial zones than larger towns. Meanwhile, violent crime rates in Godmanchester remain 38% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences, a figure that aligns with the area's relatively low population density and the absence of high-footfall nightlife areas. The data illustrates a crime picture that is distinctly shaped by the rhythms of a smaller, more residential community, where interpersonal conflicts and minor disputes may play a larger role than in densely populated urban environments.

September 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns for Godmanchester, with three specific categories experiencing dramatic changes. Vehicle crime surged by 100%, rising from zero to three incidents, a jump that may reflect increased vehicle movement during the start of the academic year or seasonal travel. Similarly, theft from the person and burglary each doubled from zero to one incident, though these small numbers mean the increases should be viewed with caution. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell sharply by 62.5%, dropping from eight to three incidents, possibly linked to the start of term reducing vandalism opportunities. The crime mix also shows a marked deviation from national trends, with violence and sexual offences comprising 40% of all crimes—38% below the UK average for this category—while anti-social behaviour rates are 48% below the national figure. This suggests a community where interpersonal disputes are managed at lower levels than in many other areas. For residents, the most immediately relevant finding is the 100% increase in vehicle crime, which could indicate a need for heightened awareness in parking areas during peak times. The data also reveals that Godmanchester's violent crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's character as a small built-up area with limited commercial activity compared to larger towns.

Godmanchester's crime rate for September 2023 rose by 14.2% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.8 to 4.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, still leaves the area firmly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 231 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to many other parts of the country. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that would be considered unusually low in most urban contexts. When scaled to the local population of 9,228, the monthly rate translates to a 1-in-231 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime, a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety. This low exposure rate is particularly striking when compared to the UK average, where residents face a significantly higher likelihood of encountering crime. The 14.2% increase from August to September, while seemingly modest in percentage terms, may reflect seasonal dynamics such as the influx of students and the associated changes in community activity patterns. However, the overall trajectory remains one of sustained low crime levels, with the area continuing to perform well against national benchmarks.