Huntingdonshire Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdonshire’s February 2025 crime figures reveal a total of 933 reported crimes, equating to a rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 26.9% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000, placing the district in a safer bracket nationally. The breakdown of crimes highlights a dominance of violent offences, with 356 incidents (38.2% of the total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and criminal damage and arson (9.1%). These patterns may reflect a combination of local demographics and seasonal factors, as February—a winter month with lower outdoor activity—typically sees fewer opportunities for certain types of crime. The lower-than-average rates for shoplifting (35% below the UK) and vehicle crime (19% below) could be attributed to Huntingdonshire’s rural character, which may limit the presence of high-traffic retail areas and commuter parking zones that often drive such offences. However, the data also shows that violent crimes remain a significant concern, with the rate of violence and sexual offences (1.9 per 1,000) being 19% below the UK average. This suggests that while Huntingdonshire is generally safer, targeted efforts may still be needed to address violent incidents. The seasonal context of February—marked by reduced daylight and colder temperatures—may partly explain the lower overall crime rate, though the persistence of violent crime indicates that local factors, such as community engagement and policing strategies, play a crucial role in shaping outcomes.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with theft from the person increasing by 100% compared to the previous month, rising from 4 to 8 incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, underscores a potential vulnerability in personal security during winter months. Conversely, bicycle theft fell sharply by 63.6%, likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity and fewer opportunities for such crimes. The category of public order offences also rose by 13.6%, suggesting increased incidents of noise or nuisance complaints, possibly linked to seasonal transitions. When compared to UK averages, Huntingdonshire’s shoplifting rate was 35% lower, and vehicle crime was 19% below the national figure—both of which may be influenced by the area’s lower population density and fewer high-traffic retail zones. These variations highlight how local factors, such as geography and community dynamics, can shape crime trends independently of national patterns.

In February 2025, Huntingdonshire’s crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marked a 7.9% decrease from the previous month’s 5.3 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical winter lull in outdoor activity, which may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, 33 crimes were reported across the district, a figure that reflects local patterns but is not directly comparable to national averages. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents—a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the population. When scaled to the district’s 190,619 residents, the 933 total crimes represent a relatively low proportion of the population, suggesting a generally safer environment compared to the UK average. This population-scaled perspective highlights that Huntingdonshire’s crime profile remains distinct from broader national trends, with specific categories like shoplifting and vehicle crime showing marked underperformance relative to the UK.