Sawtry Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Sawtry’s crime rate in October 2024 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 45.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a built-up area within Huntingdonshire that consistently reports lower crime rates than national benchmarks. Violence and sexual offences were the most common crime type, accounting for 41.9% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.9%) and 'other crime' (9.7%). These figures contrast sharply with UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 33% higher, and anti-social behaviour is 53% higher in the UK. The seasonal context of October—shorter days, the transition to British Summer Time, and Halloween—may have influenced crime patterns. The area’s low levels of property crime (10 incidents) and vehicle crime (1 incident) align with its character as a relatively quiet, low-density built-up area. While the overall crime rate remains stable, the shift in 'other crime' and shoplifting suggests a need for further analysis of emerging trends. The absence of major violent or property crime incidents, combined with the UK’s generally higher rates, reinforces Sawtry’s position as an area with a distinct crime profile shaped by local demographics and geography.

The most striking change in October 2024 was a 200% increase in 'other crime', jumping from one to three incidents—a sharp departure from previous months. This category, which includes unclassified or minor offences, rose sharply despite a 7.1% decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type. The drop in violent crime may reflect seasonal factors, such as shorter evenings and Halloween-related activities reducing public gatherings. Conversely, the rise in 'other crime' and shoplifting (up 100%) suggests an emerging pattern, though the nature of these incidents remains unclear. Anti-social behaviour fell 53% below the UK average, while bicycle theft rose 25% above it—a rare exception in an otherwise low-crime area. These shifts underscore the importance of local context, with factors like community engagement or specific events potentially influencing crime trends in this built-up area.

Sawtry's crime rate in October 2024 rose by 19.4% compared to September, moving from 3.7 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though modest, reflects a shift in crime patterns across the built-up area. On a daily basis, the area recorded one crime per day over the month—a local measure that highlights the pace of incidents in a community of 7,100 people. When scaled to population, this means one reported crime occurred for every 229 residents during October, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. While this rate remains significantly below the UK average, the upward trend suggests a need to monitor local factors influencing crime dynamics. The population-scaled perspective underscores that, despite the increase, Sawtry remains a relatively low-crime area compared to national benchmarks, with the majority of crime types falling well below UK averages. This contrast reinforces the area’s unique profile, where seasonal rhythms and local characteristics may play a role in shaping crime trends.