Godmanchester Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2026, Godmanchester's crime profile was dominated by violent offences, with 17 incidents accounting for 68% of all recorded crimes. This stark contrast to the 3 property crimes reported highlights a significant imbalance in the area's crime mix, a pattern that diverges from typical urban centres where property crime often exceeds violent crime. The overall crime rate of 2.7 per 1,000 residents placed the built-up area 57.8% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect both geographical and demographic characteristics. As a small, built-up area within Huntingdonshire, Godmanchester's lower crime rates could be influenced by factors such as community density, local policing efficacy, or socioeconomic stability. Seasonal context further complicates the picture: February's winter conditions and pre-spring lull likely contributed to reduced outdoor activity, limiting opportunities for property crimes while concentrating incidents in indoor spaces where violent crimes are more likely to occur. The breakdown of offences reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 1.8 per 1,000, were 22% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.3 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.1 per 1,000) were significantly lower than national rates. This suggests that while violent crime remains the primary concern, the area's broader crime environment is relatively stable compared to the UK average. The absence of major spikes in property crime, despite the winter season, may indicate effective local measures such as community engagement or targeted policing initiatives that have mitigated risks typically associated with colder months.

February 2026 saw a 40.4% drop in the overall crime rate from the previous month, driven by a 62.5% decrease in anti-social behaviour incidents and a 66.7% reduction in criminal damage and arson cases. Despite this decline, the balance between property and violent crime remained stark: violent crimes (17 incidents) constituted 68% of all recorded offences, compared to just 12% for property crimes. This disproportionate focus on violent crime contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 22% of the national total. Shoplifting and other crime categories saw 100% month-on-month increases. For residents, the 1-in-369 monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of personal risk, reinforcing that Godmanchester's crime profile remains markedly safer than the national average.

Godmanchester's crime rate in February 2026 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 40.4% decrease from the previous month's rate of 4.6 per 1,000. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of winter months, when outdoor activity diminishes and community interactions shift indoors. Over the course of February, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 369 residents, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low exposure to crime compared to national benchmarks. Daily crime context reveals an average of one crime per day across the built-up area, a pace significantly lower than the UK average. The population-scaled perspective further highlights that Godmanchester's residents face a crime risk that is 57.8% below the national average, suggesting systemic factors such as community cohesion, local policing strategies, or socioeconomic stability may contribute to this trend. These metrics offer residents a clear picture of their monthly risk profile, contextualised against both local and national trends.