Huntingdon Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdon’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 9.7 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26% above the UK average of 7.7. This divergence from the national trend is most pronounced in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, which together accounted for over half of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences alone made up 33.6% of total crimes, with a rate of 3.3 per 1,000—29% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, at 23.6% of all crimes, with a rate of 2.3 per 1,000, 89% above the national average. These figures suggest a concentration of incidents in areas with high foot traffic or mixed-use spaces, where interactions between residents and visitors may contribute to tensions. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter and springtime activities—may have amplified these patterns. Warmer weather and increased outdoor activity could explain the rise in anti-social behaviour, as well as the 550% surge in bicycle theft, which may be linked to more cyclists on the roads. However, the data also reveals some unexpected contrasts: while shoplifting rates in Huntingdon were 10% below the UK average, the absolute number of cases rose sharply from four to 15, indicating a potential shift in local criminal activity. Similarly, vehicle crime was 57% below the UK average, due to Huntingdon’s lower density of parking lots or car-related infrastructure compared to larger urban centres. These variations highlight the complexity of local crime dynamics, where national averages may not fully capture the nuances of a specific area’s profile. The overall picture for Huntingdon in April 2024 is one of above-average violent and anti-social crime, but with pockets of lower-than-average activity in other categories, reflecting the interplay between local geography, population density, and seasonal influences.

April 2024 saw a dramatic 550% increase in bicycle theft, rising from two to 13 cases—a jump that far outpaces other categories. This surge aligns with the Easter holidays and warmer spring weather, which likely encouraged more outdoor cycling and, consequently, more opportunities for theft. Conversely, public order offences fell by 53.1%, dropping from 32 to 15 cases, possibly due to reduced alcohol-fuelled incidents during the Easter period. Anti-social behaviour remained a stark outlier, with rates 89% above the UK average. This category, which includes noise complaints and disorderly conduct, may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, where late-night activity is more concentrated. Another striking figure is the 614% rise in shoplifting compared to the UK average, though local shoplifting rates were actually 10% below the national average. This apparent contradiction underscores the need for careful interpretation: while Huntingdon’s shoplifting rate is slightly lower than the UK’s, the absolute increase from four to 15 cases in April suggests a growing trend that warrants attention.

Huntingdon's crime rate in April 2024 rose to 9.7 per 1,000 residents, marking a 5.3% increase from the previous month’s rate of 9.2. This places the area 26% above the UK average of 7.7, a gap that has widened slightly from earlier in the year. On a daily basis, Huntingdon saw an average of nine crimes reported each day in April, reflecting a consistent pace of activity. When scaled to the local population, this translates to one crime for every 103 residents over the course of the month—a figure that, while not extreme, suggests a higher frequency of incidents compared to the UK average. The population context is critical: with 26,726 residents, even small shifts in crime type distribution can have measurable impacts on community safety. For instance, the significant rise in bicycle theft—now 13 cases compared to just two in March—may be linked to increased outdoor activity during spring. The contrast between Huntingdon’s rates and the UK’s broader trends highlights the importance of localised factors in shaping crime profiles.