Godmanchester Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Godmanchester during November 2024 reveals a distinct pattern that diverges from typical urban profiles. Violent crimes, accounting for 44.4% of all incidents, were the most prevalent category — a figure that, while significant, remains 34% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This suggests that while interpersonal violence is a persistent concern in the area, its scale is tempered by local factors such as community cohesion or effective policing. Property crimes, though fewer in absolute terms, still contributed 33.3% of the total, with shoplifting and vehicle crime both showing marked declines compared to prior months. Seasonal dynamics appear to play a role, as the proximity to Bonfire Night and the start of the festive season may have influenced both violent and public order offences. The UK average for anti-social behaviour is 1.1 per 1,000, but Godmanchester recorded only 0.4 — a 64% gap that could reflect the area’s relatively low population density or strong local community engagement. Meanwhile, the 0.3 per 1,000 rate for public order offences, 41% below the UK average, may indicate fewer large gatherings or more effective crowd management strategies. These patterns collectively illustrate an area where crime is concentrated in specific categories but remains below national benchmarks, likely due to a combination of demographic characteristics, local policing strategies, and the influence of seasonal events such as Black Friday and the approach of winter. The lower-than-average rates for property-related crimes may also be linked to Godmanchester’s built-up nature, where commercial and residential zones are more tightly integrated, reducing opportunities for certain types of theft.

November 2024 saw a sharp 100% increase in 'other theft' crimes, rising from 0 to 2 incidents — a rare upward shift in an otherwise stable category. This contrasts with a 50% decline in shoplifting, which fell from six to three cases, possibly linked to post-Black Friday shopping patterns or improved retail security measures. Violent crimes, the most common category, remained 34% below the UK average at 1.7 per 1,000, despite a modest 11.1% month-on-month decrease from 18 to 16 incidents. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also showed significant underperformance compared to national rates, with the former 64% below the UK average and the latter 12% below. The lone exception was possession of weapons, which was 67% above the UK average — a small but notable anomaly that may reflect local enforcement priorities or seasonal factors tied to Bonfire Night. For residents, the 50% drop in shoplifting offers a tangible indicator of how targeted interventions or seasonal shifts can influence crime trends.

Godmanchester’s crime rate in November 2024 fell by 12.2% compared to October, reflecting a continued trend of lower-than-average crime levels. With 36 crimes reported over 30 days, the area saw roughly one crime per day — a figure that, while low, underscores the need for sustained vigilance. On a monthly basis, this translates to one reported crime for every 256 residents, a ratio that highlights the relatively sparse nature of incidents in this built-up area. This monthly exposure is lower than the UK average, which is not directly comparable due to the absence of national daily or monthly exposure figures. The decline from 4.4 to 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents suggests a possible stabilisation of local factors influencing crime, though seasonal transitions may still play a role. The population context further reinforces that, despite the absolute number of crimes, the rate remains far below what would be expected in a larger or more densely populated region. For residents, this means that while crime is not absent, its frequency is significantly mitigated by the area’s smaller scale and potentially more community-focused environment.