St Neots Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2023, St Neots recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, 25% below the UK average of 8.0. This built-up area within Huntingdonshire saw a distinct balance between property and violent crimes, with property offences accounting for 41.4% of all reported incidents and violent crimes making up 30.5%. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which occurred at a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 — 33% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.6% of total crimes. The seasonal context of October, with darker evenings and Halloween, may have influenced the pattern of offences. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average suggests that St Neots' built-up area, which includes retail and residential zones, may benefit from community cohesion or effective policing strategies. Property crimes, which include shoplifting and burglary, were more common than violent incidents, a trend that may reflect the area's character as a commuter hub with a mix of commercial and domestic spaces. The lower rate of violent crime compared to the UK average could indicate a combination of demographic factors, such as a younger or more stable population, and environmental conditions that discourage aggressive behaviour. However, the significant increase in vehicle crime and drug-related offences raises questions about emerging challenges in the area. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions while maintaining the overall safety that St Neots has historically demonstrated.

October 2023 saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from 4 to 12 incidents, the most dramatic month-on-month change in the area. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in drug-related offences, suggests shifting patterns in local criminal activity. Violent crimes accounted for 30.5% of all reported incidents, slightly outpacing property crimes (32.4%), a balance that diverges from the UK average where violent offences typically constitute a smaller share. Anti-social behaviour also surged by 77.3%, climbing from 22 to 39 incidents, a trend that may reflect the impact of darker evenings following the clocks' retreat. Burglary fell by 58.8% compared to September, with incidents dropping from 17 to 7, potentially linked to increased community vigilance or seasonal factors. The area's violent crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 is 33% below the UK average, illustrating a persistent gap in this category. Residents might find the 200% spike in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it could indicate vulnerabilities in local parking or transport infrastructure.

St Neots' crime rate remained stable at 6.0 per 1,000 in October 2023, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant shift in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 7 crimes per day, a figure that translates to one reported crime for every 167 residents over the course of the month. When compared to the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, St Neots continues to demonstrate a 25% lower crime rate, a gap that has persisted for several months. The population of 35,008 means that the 210 total crimes reported in October represent a relatively low proportion of the resident base. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader perspective on how often residents might encounter crime in their communities. This stability contrasts with some categories showing marked changes, such as the 200% surge in vehicle crime, which highlights the importance of tracking specific offence types alongside aggregate rates.