Huntingdon Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Huntingdon's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 11.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 52.7% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark divergence from the national trend is most pronounced in the category of violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 4.0 per 1,000 — 55% higher than the UK average. The area’s crime profile reflects a combination of local factors, with anti-social behaviour and shoplifting also significantly outpacing national levels. September, a month marked by the return to school and university freshers, may have contributed to increased social interactions in public spaces, potentially influencing patterns of violent and disorderly conduct. The breakdown of crimes reveals a predominance of property-related and violent offences, with property crimes accounting for 30% of the total and violent crimes for 36%. Shoplifting — often linked to retail environments — constituted 10.3% of all crimes, a figure 97% above the UK average. This suggests that Huntingdon’s commercial centres may be experiencing heightened pressure during the post-summer transition period. The data also highlights a marked disparity in crime types compared to the UK, where violent crime is typically lower and anti-social behaviour less prevalent. These trends may be influenced by local demographics, such as the presence of educational institutions or transient populations, though further analysis is required to establish definitive links. The seasonal context of September — with shorter evenings and the start of academic terms — could also play a role in shaping crime patterns, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or nightlife activity.

September 2025 saw significant month-on-month changes in Huntingdon’s crime profile. Possession of weapons surged by 400%, rising from one incident to five, a sharp increase that could reflect heightened tensions in public spaces or the emergence of new criminal activity. Other crime also rose dramatically, increasing by 233.3% as the category expanded from three to ten reported incidents. This spike may indicate underreported or previously unclassified activities gaining prominence. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 72.2%, with incidents falling from 18 to five — a decline consistent with reduced parking congestion during the school term or improved security measures in car parks. Anti-social behaviour, which typically peaks during periods of social activity, decreased by 7.4%, from 68 to 63 incidents. This modest reduction may be linked to increased community engagement or enforcement efforts during the month. The data also reveals stark contrasts with the UK average, particularly in bicycle theft, which occurred at a rate 329% above the national figure. This anomaly may be attributed to Huntingdon’s cycling infrastructure or the presence of university campuses, where bicycle theft is a known issue. Meanwhile, other theft decreased by 50%, from 18 to nine incidents, suggesting possible improvements in retail security or shifts in criminal focus. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, influenced by both seasonal factors and specific environmental conditions.

Huntingdon’s crime rate in September 2025 (11.3 per 1,000) marked a 7.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 10.4 per 1,000, reflecting a continued upward trend. On a daily basis, Huntingdon recorded approximately 10 crimes per day, a figure that, while locally relevant, does not align with UK-wide comparisons due to the absence of national daily statistics. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 89 residents in Huntingdon experienced a reported crime — a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents within the community. This figure, though context-specific, provides a tangible measure of the impact of crime on individual residents. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, Huntingdon’s crime rate appears high compared to the UK average, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour contributing significantly to the disparity. The town’s population of 26,726 means that each crime affects a relatively small but concentrated segment of the community, potentially amplifying the perceived impact of criminal activity. The 7.9% month-on-month increase suggests that recent interventions or changes in policing strategies may not yet have mitigated the underlying factors driving the rise in crime. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas where violent and anti-social incidents are most prevalent, and to utilise local crime prevention resources where available.