Huntingdonshire Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2024, Huntingdonshire recorded 934 crimes for a population of 190,619 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 people—31% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. This figure places the area in a relatively safer position compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences were the most frequently reported category, accounting for 37.4% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.4%) and public order offences (9.4%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal and community-based issues, which may be influenced by Huntingdonshire's character as a mixed rural-urban district with a significant commuter presence and historical ties to industry. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may contribute to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier periods. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with higher population density or social interaction. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.5 per 1,000, while Huntingdonshire's rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 28% below, indicating a lower risk in this category despite the local prominence. The data also shows that Huntingdonshire's property crime rate is significantly lower than the UK average, with shoplifting incidents at 0.2 per 1,000 (63% below the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000). This may reflect the area's retail landscape, which is less concentrated than in major urban centres. The overall picture suggests that while Huntingdonshire faces challenges in violent crime, its crime profile is shaped by both local demographics and seasonal factors, requiring a nuanced approach to community safety.

February 2024 saw a significant 152.9% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 17 to 43 incidents. This surge contrasts with a 59.1% decline in bicycle theft, which dropped from 22 to 9 cases, possibly reflecting seasonal shifts in outdoor activity. Theft from the person also doubled, increasing from 0 to 6 incidents, a stark change that may warrant local attention. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 35.6%, declining from 45 to 29 cases, a trend consistent with the pre-spring lull in retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 37.4% of all crimes, though this rate was 28% below the UK average. The data also shows that public order offences rose by 35.4%, a shift that may indicate changes in community dynamics or enforcement priorities.

Huntingdonshire's crime rate in February 2024 rose by 4.3% compared to the previous month, moving from 4.7 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This slight increase, while statistically notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 32 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents, a monthly aggregate that reflects the distribution of incidents across the district. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the population-scaled perspective highlights that Huntingdonshire's residents face a lower risk of crime compared to the national average, even as local rates show minor fluctuations.