Sawtry Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Sawtry’s overall crime rate in June 2025 stood at 6.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a significant 18.5% reduction compared to the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a broader trend of relative safety in the area, though specific categories reveal a more complex picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 48.9% of all crimes, with 23 incidents reported—an indication that interpersonal crime remains a key concern. Vehicle crime, while less frequent, saw a 170% increase above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in local infrastructure or vehicle security practices. Seasonal factors likely play a role in these patterns: as June marks the start of summer, longer daylight hours and the onset of tourism may contribute to shifts in criminal activity. The area’s character as a built-up region within Huntingdonshire, possibly with a mix of residential and commercial spaces, may explain the focus on vehicle-related crimes and public order issues. However, the overall rate remains lower than the national average, a trend consistent with Sawtry’s historical performance. Anti-social behaviour, which constituted 14.9% of reported crimes, remained 30% below the UK average, indicating that community-focused initiatives may be effective in mitigating certain types of disorder. The data also highlights the importance of context: while some categories are well below the UK average, others, like violence and sexual offences, require targeted attention. These findings suggest that Sawtry’s crime profile is shaped by a combination of local dynamics and broader seasonal influences, with opportunities for further analysis into how specific interventions might address the most pressing issues.

June 2025 saw dramatic increases in public order offences, violence and sexual offences, and vehicle crime. Public order offences surged by 200%, rising from 1 to 3 incidents, a shift that may reflect changes in local behaviour during the summer months. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type, jumped by 187.5% compared to May, with 23 incidents reported—nearly half of all crimes in the area. This spike is notable, as the category is 12% above the UK average, suggesting a unique dynamic in Sawtry. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 133.3%, from 3 to 7 incidents, a figure that is 170% above the UK average. This stark contrast highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas where vehicles are frequently targeted. Anti-social behaviour, however, remained 30% below the UK average, indicating that some crime types are still under control despite the overall rise in reported incidents.

Sawtry's crime rate in June 2025 rose sharply compared to the previous month, jumping from 3.4 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents—a 95.9% increase. This shift raises questions about factors influencing the local environment during the summer months. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 2 crimes reported each day, a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for continued vigilance. When considering the monthly exposure, 1-in-151 residents experienced a reported crime over the course of June, a statistic that highlights the relative safety of the area despite the upward trend. The population context is critical here: with 7,100 residents, the local community’s size may contribute to the visibility of crimes, particularly in smaller, closely-knit neighbourhoods where incidents are more likely to be noticed. However, the overall rate remains below the UK average, suggesting that Sawtry’s crime profile is still significantly less severe than the national context.