Huntingdonshire Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdonshire’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure 32.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area’s relatively safer profile, particularly in categories such as violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000, 30% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour (1.0 per 1,000, 10% below the UK average). The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 36.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 19.9%. These figures may reflect the area’s mix of suburban and rural environments, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced violent crime. Seasonal factors also played a role: November’s shorter evenings and the absence of major holiday shopping periods likely reduced opportunities for shoplifting and public order offences, which saw significant declines. However, the rise in drug-related crimes (0.2 per 1,000, 23% below the UK average) highlights an emerging concern that may require targeted interventions. The crime profile in Huntingdonshire illustrates a balance between consistent low-level offending and occasional spikes in specific categories, a pattern that aligns with the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics. As November transitions into the winter months, the interplay between reduced daylight, seasonal events, and local policing efforts will likely shape future trends.

November 2024 saw marked declines in shoplifting and public order offences, with the former falling by 32.3% (from 93 to 63 incidents) and the latter decreasing by 29.5% (from 61 to 43). These drops may be linked to seasonal factors, such as reduced retail activity after Black Friday or increased police presence during Bonfire Night events. Conversely, drug-related crimes surged by 60.0% (20 to 32 incidents), a stark increase that contrasts with Huntingdonshire’s generally lower drug crime rates compared to the UK average (0.2 vs 0.3 per 1,000). Theft from the person also rose by 33.3% (6 to 8), though this remains significantly below the UK average (0.0 vs 0.2 per 1,000). Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.1% of all crimes, a share that is 30% below the UK average (2.6 vs 1.8 per 1,000). This suggests a lower prevalence of violent crime in Huntingdonshire, potentially influenced by the area’s character as a mix of rural and suburban communities with lower population density than major urban centres.

Huntingdonshire's crime rate in November 2024 fell to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 5.9% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 5.4. This decline aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as November’s shorter evenings and reduced retail activity may reduce opportunities for public order and shoplifting crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 32 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the monthly total of 967 incidents spread over 30 days. When considering population density, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime for every 197 residents provides context for residents: over the course of November, each individual faced a roughly 0.005% chance of being directly involved in a reported crime. This rate is lower than the UK average, which suggests Huntingdonshire’s policing strategies or community dynamics may contribute to its relatively safer environment. However, the daily crime count remains a tangible reminder of the ongoing need for vigilance, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or public events.