Godmanchester Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Godmanchester's crime profile in March 2024 was defined by a stark outlier: bicycle theft, which was 329% above the UK average. With a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents — 31.2% below the national average — the area continues to demonstrate a consistently lower level of criminal activity compared to the UK. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 28.6% of all crimes, making them the most prevalent category, though their rate (1.5 per 1,000) was 44% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 22.5% of total crimes, while criminal damage and arson contributed 12.2%. The seasonal transition to spring, marked by longer evenings and clock changes, may have influenced patterns, potentially increasing opportunities for outdoor crimes or altering social dynamics. Despite the surge in bicycle theft, the overall crime rate remains low, a trend consistent with Godmanchester's likely rural or semi-rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density may act as natural deterrents. The area's anti-social behaviour rate, though slightly above the UK average, suggests localized pressures that require targeted attention. Meanwhile, the sharp decline in burglary — from three to one incident — may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced opportunities during the early spring, or improved security measures. These patterns illustrate a combination of local conditions and broader national trends, with Godmanchester maintaining a distinct position in the UK's crime profile.

March 2024 saw three crimes — robbery, other crime, and bicycle theft — increase from zero to one or three incidents, a 100% rise in each category. This spike in bicycle theft, which was 329% above the UK average, may be linked to the transition to spring, when outdoor activities and cycling increase. Meanwhile, burglary fell sharply by 66.7%, from three to one incident, potentially reflecting seasonal changes or heightened community vigilance. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category (28.6% of total crimes), declined by 17.6% compared to the previous month, though they remain 44% below the UK average. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (1.2 per 1,000) was just 3% above the UK average, suggesting a balance between local challenges and broader trends. Residents may find the daily crime count — approximately two incidents — a useful benchmark for understanding local safety.

Godmanchester's crime rate in March 2024 rose 25.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.2 to 5.3 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, suggests a shift in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly two crimes per day — a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,228. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for every 188 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area well below the UK average when scaled to population size. The rise in violence and sexual offences, coupled with a sharp increase in bicycle theft, may indicate seasonal factors or localized pressures. However, the overall rate remains 31.2% below the UK average, highlighting a consistently lower crime profile compared to the national context. This contrast underscores the area's unique characteristics, whether due to community cohesion, geographic isolation, or other factors that dampen criminal activity.