Huntingdonshire Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Huntingdonshire maintained a crime rate of 5.8 per 1,000 residents, 21.6% below the UK average. This figure underscores the area's relative safety compared to national benchmarks, though the composition of crimes reveals a distinct local pattern. Violent crimes—accounting for 40.3% of all incidents—dominated the landscape, driven primarily by violence and sexual offences (2.3 per 1,000). This concentration of violent crime may be influenced by the district's demographic mix, including a significant student population and seasonal transitions. Anti-social behaviour (19.6% of all crimes) and criminal damage and arson (8.5%) followed as the next most common categories, both falling below UK averages. The lower prevalence of property crimes, particularly shoplifting (0.3 per 1,000, 51% below the UK average), could indicate effective local policing or a lower density of retail spaces compared to urban centres. Seasonal factors also played a role, with the start of the academic year contributing to increased interpersonal conflicts. However, the overall stability in crime rates suggests that Huntingdonshire's approach to community engagement and law enforcement is yielding positive results, even as the area navigates the complexities of a post-summer transition.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in Huntingdonshire's crime profile, with violent crimes outpacing property crimes by a margin that reflects broader social dynamics. Robbery rates surged by 300%, rising from one incident to four, a spike that may be linked to the influx of university students during the freshers' period. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 38.7%, likely due to reduced summer tourism and fewer overnight stays in the area. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 21.8%, potentially tied to the start of the school term and increased community activity in public spaces. The district's violent crime rate—2.3 per 1,000—was 11% below the UK average, a contrast to shoplifting, which stood at 0.3 per 1,000, 51% below the UK figure. This disparity suggests a focus on addressing immediate public safety concerns rather than property-related offences.

Huntingdonshire's crime rate in September 2025 fell to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 4.6% decline from the previous month's 6.1 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with a broader seasonal pattern observed in the area, where crime rates typically ease as school terms begin and daylight hours shorten. On a daily basis, 37 crimes were reported across the district, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 173 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is lower than the national average, it reflects a combination of local policing efforts and the district's demographic profile. The population of 190,619 means that each resident faces a proportionally lower risk compared to more densely populated areas. This context is particularly relevant for residents considering long-term safety trends, as the consistent reduction in crime over recent months suggests a stable environment.