Huntingdonshire Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Huntingdonshire’s crime profile in August 2024, accounting for 33.2% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.8 per 1,000 residents, remains 33% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics. As a largely rural district with pockets of urban centres, Huntingdonshire’s lower violent crime rate could be influenced by its lower population density and the absence of major nightlife hubs that typically correlate with higher rates of such offences. The second most common crime, anti-social behaviour, occurred at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, 17% below the UK average, suggesting a broader pattern of lower conflict levels in the area. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as August’s peak holiday season could contribute to increased public order incidents, though the overall crime rate still remains significantly below national benchmarks. Property crimes, including shoplifting and burglary, were lower than UK averages, with shoplifting at 0.4 per 1,000 residents (44% below the UK rate) and burglary at 0.2 per 1,000 (38% below). These figures align with Huntingdonshire’s rural character, where retail centres are less concentrated and empty homes during holidays may not be as prevalent as in urban areas. The data also highlights a sharp decline in drug-related offences, with a 39.1% drop month-on-month, though this trend’s drivers remain unexplored. Overall, the area’s crime picture illustrates a combination of geographic, demographic, and seasonal factors that contribute to its consistently lower rates compared to the UK average.

August 2024 saw a stark reduction in robbery incidents, with cases dropping by 50% compared to July. This decline, from 8 to 4 reported incidents, contrasts sharply with the 10% increase in public order offences, which rose from 60 to 66. The shift in crime mix highlights a potential reallocation of resources or changing community dynamics. Violent crimes, which constitute 33.2% of all reported incidents, remain significantly below the UK average for this category (33% below). Other theft also rose by 9%, suggesting a nuanced picture where some crime types are trending upward despite the overall rate decline. These fluctuations underscore the importance of ongoing monitoring, as localised factors such as seasonal tourism or community events may influence these trends.

Huntingdonshire’s crime rate in August 2024 fell by 8.3% compared to July, dropping from 5.9 to 5.4 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as August typically sees reduced foot traffic in retail and leisure areas, potentially lowering opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded 33 crimes per day in August, a figure that, while localised, provides a tangible sense of the scale of activity. Over the course of the month, 1 in 185 residents experienced a reported crime, a metric that contextualises the impact on the population. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which reflects Huntingdonshire’s overall safer profile. The drop in robbery cases by 50%—from 8 to 4—suggests targeted efforts or situational factors may have influenced this category, though no specific interventions are cited in the data. The population context further underscores that Huntingdonshire’s crime levels remain well below national benchmarks, offering residents a comparative advantage in terms of safety relative to other areas.