Huntingdon Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdon’s crime rate in June 2025 reached 13.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 60.5% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure underscores a persistent challenge for the built-up area within Huntingdonshire, where crime remains higher than the national benchmark. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (30.9% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.7%) and shoplifting (11.0%). These patterns may reflect the area’s mix of residential and commercial spaces, with high streets and public areas likely contributing to incidents of anti-social behaviour and theft. Seasonal factors also appear to influence crime dynamics, as June marks the beginning of summer—a period often associated with increased outdoor activity, tourism, and longer evenings. However, a direct link between these factors and the current crime rates. The high prevalence of violence and sexual offences, which are 40% above the UK average, may be partly explained by local demographics or the presence of specific high-risk areas, such as town centres or transport hubs. Shoplifting rates, 122% above the UK average, could be tied to the retail presence in Huntingdon, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis. Overall, the crime picture for June 2025 reflects a combination of local conditions and national trends, requiring targeted interventions to address the most pressing issues.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in bicycle theft, which rose by 111.1% from 9 to 19 incidents. This spike could be linked to increased cycling activity during the summer months or a surge in targeted thefts near local amenities. Robbery also saw a 100% increase, rising from 0 to 2 cases, though this small number may reflect isolated incidents rather than a broader trend. Conversely, theft from the person fell by 66.7%, from 3 to 1, indicating improved security measures or reduced opportunities for such crimes. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 30.9% of all crimes, and are 40% above the UK average. This disparity highlights Huntingdon’s unique challenges, with anti-social behaviour also significantly outpacing national rates by 76%. Residents may find the 12 daily crime figure useful for understanding local risk levels, though this does not capture variations in specific neighbourhoods.

Huntingdon’s crime rate in June 2025 fell slightly by 2.3% compared to the previous month, dropping from 13.3 to 13.0 per 1,000 residents. This minor decline suggests stability in the area’s overall crime picture, though the rate remains significantly higher than the UK average. Locally, 12 crimes were reported each day in June, reflecting a consistent level of activity across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 77 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for Huntingdon’s population of 26,726. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the rate highlights the need for ongoing community engagement and policing efforts, particularly in areas where crime rates are high compared to national averages. This monthly aggregate does not account for daily fluctuations, which may vary based on local events or seasonal factors.