Huntingdonshire Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdonshire's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 19.8% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This performance highlights a consistent pattern of lower-than-national-average crime levels, a trend that has persisted for several years. The area’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences (33.3% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.0%) and criminal damage and arson (10.4%). These figures suggest a mix of social and environmental factors influencing local crime dynamics, with violence and anti-social behaviour likely linked to the area’s community interactions and public spaces. Seasonal context also plays a role: May’s extended evenings and bank holidays may have contributed to increased socialising and outdoor activity, influencing patterns of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating effective local policing or community engagement strategies. Violence and sexual offences in Huntingdonshire are 22% below the UK average, a gap that may reflect the area’s demographic characteristics or targeted interventions. The relatively low rates of burglary and vehicle crime (both well below UK averages) further suggest that Huntingdonshire’s urban and rural landscapes may present fewer opportunities for certain types of property crime compared to more densely populated regions. These findings underscore the importance of maintaining current practices while remaining vigilant to seasonal shifts that could alter crime patterns in the coming months.

May 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories compared to April. Bicycle theft surged by 133.3%, rising from 9 to 21 incidents, a jump that may reflect increased cycling activity during warmer weather or targeted thefts in local areas. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 110.6%, with reported cases increasing from 47 to 99. This could be linked to retail footfall during May’s bank holidays or shifts in consumer behaviour. Conversely, drugs-related crimes fell by 45.1%, dropping from 51 to 28, a decline that might indicate successful local drug enforcement efforts or reduced illicit activity during the month. Vehicle crime also decreased by 39.0%, from 59 to 36, due to changes in parking patterns or seasonal variations in vehicle theft opportunities. The crime mix shifted slightly, with violent crime maintaining its dominance (33.3% of all crimes) but property crime making up a smaller share compared to previous months. Criminal damage and arson in Huntingdonshire exceeded the UK average by 17%, a figure that may warrant closer attention given its deviation from national trends. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences remained well below UK averages, with shoplifting at 25% below and public order offences at 31% below. These contrasting trends illustrate the complexity of local crime dynamics, where certain categories align with national patterns while others diverge, requiring tailored approaches to address specific challenges.

Huntingdonshire’s crime rate in May 2025 rose slightly to 6.5 per 1,000 residents from 6.2 per 1,000 in April, marking a 4.2% increase. While this upward trend is modest, it contrasts with the area’s broader position of being 19.8% below the UK average. On a daily basis, Huntingdonshire recorded approximately 40 crimes per day in May, a figure that, when scaled to the area’s population of 190,619 residents, equates to one reported crime for every 155 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which typically sees higher frequencies in similar-sized areas. The population context further illustrates the scale: with nearly 191,000 residents, Huntingdonshire’s crime rate translates to a relatively low risk for individuals, particularly when compared to regions where crime rates exceed 8 per 1,000. However, the 4.2% month-on-month increase suggests that local conditions—such as seasonal factors like longer evenings and increased social activity—may be temporarily influencing crime patterns. This nuanced picture highlights the need for ongoing monitoring, as the area’s overall safety remains strong despite minor fluctuations. The contrast between Huntingdonshire’s performance and the UK average also underscores the effectiveness of local crime prevention strategies, which have consistently kept the area’s rates below national benchmarks.