Huntingdonshire Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of nearly 191,000, Huntingdonshire recorded 935 crimes in February 2026, translating to a crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents — 23.4% below the UK average of 6.4. This figure places the district in a relatively safer position compared to the national landscape, though it is important to consider local factors that may influence these numbers. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.3% of all incidents, a rate of 2.1 per 1,000. This is 9% below the UK average for this category, which stands at 2.3 per 1,000. The second most common crime was anti-social behaviour, contributing 18.1% of total incidents at a rate of 0.9 per 1,000, just 1% below the UK average. These patterns may reflect the area’s demographic profile, with lower levels of anti-social behaviour linked to community cohesion or local governance. The seasonal context of February — a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull — may also play a role in the distribution of crime types, with fewer property crimes and more indoor-related incidents. Violent crimes remained the most significant category, which could be influenced by factors such as social dynamics or the presence of high-traffic areas. While the overall rate is lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types suggests a combination of local conditions and broader national trends. The absence of a significant rise in property crimes, despite the winter season, may indicate effective community policing or a lower density of commercial areas. However, the relatively high proportion of violent crimes compared to the UK average highlights areas where targeted interventions might be beneficial. The data also reveals that certain categories, such as shoplifting and vehicle crime, are significantly below UK averages, by 66% and 43% respectively. This could be due to Huntingdonshire’s rural character, where retail centres are fewer and vehicle theft is less common. The low incidence of bicycle theft — 0.0 per 1,000 — is particularly striking, linked to a lack of urban cycling infrastructure or a lower student population. These insights provide a nuanced understanding of Huntingdonshire’s crime profile, balancing the overall safety of the area with specific challenges that warrant further attention.

February 2026 saw significant shifts in crime trends, with bicycle theft dropping by 68.8% compared to the previous month, a decline from 16 to 5 incidents. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of winter, when outdoor activity is low and retail theft may be less frequent. Conversely, other crime increased by 28.6%, rising from 28 to 36 incidents, a shift that could reflect changes in local policing focus or unreported activities. The category of violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent, contributing 42.3% of total crimes, but this rate was 9% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also fell significantly below UK averages, by 1% and 35% respectively, suggesting Huntingdonshire’s community engagement or environmental factors may contribute to lower levels of these crimes. Residents might find the 100% reduction in theft from the person — from 3 to 1 incident — particularly noteworthy, though such low numbers may also be influenced by underreporting.

Huntingdonshire’s February 2026 crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 9.4% decrease from the previous month’s 5.4, reflecting a continued downward trend. This translates to 33 crimes reported daily, a figure that, while seemingly high, is tempered by the area’s population size. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 204 residents, a ratio that contextualises the scale of incidents for individuals living in the district. Compared to the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000, Huntingdonshire’s rate remains lower, a gap of 23.4%. This suggests a broader pattern of lower crime prevalence in this area relative to national benchmarks. The reduction in specific categories, such as bicycle theft and theft from the person, underscores targeted declines that may be linked to seasonal factors or local initiatives. However, the absence of a UK-wide daily crime comparison means this local figure stands on its own, offering a snapshot of Huntingdonshire’s unique crime profile.