Huntingdon Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In January 2025, Huntingdon recorded 263 crimes, equating to a crime rate of 9.8 per 1,000 residents—38% above the UK average of 7.1. This figure translates to approximately 1 reported crime for every 102 residents over the course of the month, a statistic that highlights the area's elevated risk profile. The most prevalent crimes were violence and sexual offences (37.3% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.5%) and shoplifting (11.8%). These patterns are consistent with Huntingdon's built-up nature, where higher population density and commercial activity may contribute to increased incidents of public disorder and property crime. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, shorter days, and reduced retail footfall—may have influenced the crime mix, with shoplifting surging despite lower consumer traffic. Violence and sexual offences, which are 47% above the UK average, may be partially explained by the area's proximity to major transport routes and social hubs, which can amplify conflicts. Anti-social behaviour, 73% above the national average, may reflect colder weather driving more indoor gatherings, where alcohol-related incidents and disputes are more likely to escalate. Meanwhile, shoplifting's 94% above the UK average suggests a possible link to retail environments in the area. The sharp contrast with burglary and vehicle crime, which are 67% and 27% below the UK average respectively, may indicate effective local policing or environmental factors that reduce opportunities for such crimes. Overall, the data underscores the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories while leveraging the lower rates in other areas to inform broader crime prevention strategies.

January 2025 saw significant month-on-month increases in shoplifting (121.4%) and public order offences (87.5%), reflecting a sharp rise in non-violent crimes. Violent crimes, however, remained the largest category, accounting for 37.3% of all reported incidents, with rates 47% above the UK average. Anti-social behaviour also surged, reaching 73% above the national average, suggesting potential links to colder weather and indoor activity patterns. Burglary fell by 71.4% compared to December, a drop that may be attributed to seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during shorter days. Vehicle crime also decreased by 35.7%, possibly influenced by lower traffic volumes during the post-holiday period. Meanwhile, other theft remained 18% below the UK average, indicating a relatively lower incidence of this category in Huntingdon compared to the rest of the country.

Huntingdon's crime rate in January 2025 rose to 9.8 per 1,000 residents, a 25.8% increase from the previous month's 7.8 per 1,000. This translates to approximately 8 crimes reported daily, with 1 in every 102 residents experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure figure is specific to Huntingdon, it underscores the elevated risk compared to the UK average. The population context is critical: with 26,726 residents, the absolute number of crimes—263—highlights the scale of incidents relative to the area's size. This is particularly notable given Huntingdon's status as a built-up area within Huntingdonshire, where higher population density may contribute to more frequent interactions and potential conflicts. The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, paired with the drop in burglary and vehicle crime, suggests shifting patterns that may reflect seasonal factors or localized pressures.