St Neots Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 saw St Neots maintain a crime rate of 5.6 per 1,000 residents, 20% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. This performance places the built-up area within Huntingdonshire among the safer regions in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 32% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (13.2%) and criminal damage and arson (9.6%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences are 30% below the national rate. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: the Christmas shopping peak may have driven retail-related offences, while dark evenings and holiday absences could have contributed to a 55.6% drop in shoplifting compared to November. Despite the overall decline, the area’s crime profile remains shaped by its character as a mixed-use town with a strong retail presence and community focus, which may have supported lower levels of anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, the persistence of violent crime at 1.8 per 1,000—still below the UK average—suggests ongoing challenges in managing conflicts in public spaces, particularly during the festive season when alcohol consumption and social gatherings increase. The balance between property and violent crime also shifted slightly, with property crime comprising 36.5% of total incidents (72 cases) and violent crime 32% (63 cases), reflecting a slight decrease in property crime relative to earlier months.

December 2025 brought notable reductions in shoplifting, with incidents falling 55.6% from 18 to 8, likely linked to holiday shopping patterns and increased police presence in retail areas. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 7.1%, possibly due to community initiatives or the temporary closure of certain public venues during the festive season. Conversely, burglary saw a sharp 250% increase, rising from 4 to 14 cases, which may be attributed to the higher number of unoccupied homes during Christmas. Other crime rose 233.3%, with 10 incidents reported compared to 3 in November, suggesting potential gaps in addressing non-specific offences. Vehicle crime decreased by 11.1%, aligning with lower foot traffic in commercial zones. Vehicle crime in St Neots remains 35% above the UK average, while drugs offences are 48% higher nationally. These discrepancies highlight areas where local conditions—such as proximity to transport hubs or drug trafficking routes—may play a role. Bicycle theft also increased by 100%, linked to seasonal thefts from parked cycles in poorly lit areas. Residents might find the 30% below UK average for violence and sexual offences reassuring, though the 186% rise in possession of weapons compared to the national rate underscores the need for targeted interventions.

The crime rate in St Neots rose 16.6% in December 2025 compared to November’s 4.8 per 1,000, despite remaining 20% below the UK average. This increase, though modest, translates to roughly 6 crimes per day—slightly higher than the November average but still lower than the UK’s typical daily rate. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 178 residents, a figure that, while slightly higher than the previous month, remains far below the national average. The population context is critical: with 35,008 residents, St Neots’ crime statistics must be interpreted within the framework of its size and infrastructure. The 1-in-178 ratio suggests that the area’s relatively low density and community-oriented planning may contribute to its overall safety. However, the 250% surge in burglary and 233% rise in other crime indicate vulnerabilities that could be exacerbated by seasonal factors, such as empty homes during the holidays. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of immediate risk, the monthly exposure figure offers a broader perspective on the area’s crime profile. St Neots’ residents, though benefiting from a lower-than-average overall rate, may need to remain vigilant in areas where specific offences—like burglary or weapons possession—deviate significantly from national trends.