Helpston Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime in Helpston BUA

The Built-Up Area (BUA) of Helpston reports an overall crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000 people per year, which is significantly lower than the UK average of 93.4 per 1,000. With an outstanding safety score of 91 out of 100, Helpston is considered much safer than the national average of 78/100. Over the past year, crime in Helpston has seen a notable increase of 41.8% year-on-year. This introduction provides a concise overview of the local crime landscape before a more detailed analysis.

Crime Type Analysis in Helpston BUA

In Helpston BUA, Violence and sexual offences are the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 32.0% of all reported crimes with 25 incidents, at a rate of 12.7 per 1,000 people. Anti-social behaviour is the second most common, with 13 incidents (16.7% of the total), equating to 6.6 per 1,000 residents. Public order offences rank as the third most frequent, with 11 cases, representing 14.1% of total crime and a rate of 5.6 per 1,000.

The property-related crime rate in Helpston BUA, encompassing burglary, robbery, theft from person, criminal damage and arson, bicycle theft, vehicle crime, and other theft, stands at 12.7 per 1,000 people. This is substantially lower than the UK average of 33.2 per 1,000. Specific figures include criminal damage and arson at 4.0 per 1,000, burglary at 3.5 per 1,000, vehicle crime at 3.0 per 1,000, and other theft at 1.5 per 1,000. These statistics highlight a very low incidence of property crime, but residents are still encouraged to maintain diligent security measures to protect their homes and belongings.

Crime Trends in Helpston BUA

Helpston BUA has experienced a significant increasing crime trend over the last year, with a year-over-year rise of 41.8%. Monthly data provides a clearer picture of these fluctuations. The crime rate per 1,000 residents saw considerable variation, with lows of 0.5 in May 2025 and 1.0 in November 2024. However, it also experienced spikes, notably reaching 6.1 in January 2025 and 5.1 in April and June 2025. This substantial increase, despite the overall low crime rate, suggests a need for residents to be aware of changing local patterns. Understanding these trends can help inform personal safety and property protection strategies.

Understanding Time-Based Crime Patterns in Helpston BUA

Crime patterns in Helpston BUA show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours (6am-12pm) are characterised by higher rates of burglary (23%), theft (22%), and vehicle crime (23%). This suggests opportunistic crimes targeting properties or vehicles during the start of the day. In the afternoon (12pm-6pm), burglary surges to 41%, with theft at 23%, likely due to homes being left unattended. Evening hours (6pm-12am) see 'Other' crimes become most prominent at 41%, alongside burglary at 30% and vehicle crime at 20%. During the night (12am-6am), vehicle crime reaches its highest at 41%, with burglary at 31%, indicating a focus on properties and vehicles under the cover of darkness. These insights help residents understand when specific crime types are more prevalent.

Crime in Nearby Areas to Helpston BUA

Comparing Helpston BUA to its neighbouring settlements provides valuable regional context. With an overall crime rate of 39.5 per 1,000, Helpston is considerably safer than the larger Peterborough Built-Up Area and generally comparable to or safer than nearby villages like Maxey, Ufford (Peterborough), Glinton, and West Deeping. Its very low crime figures are often indicative of its smaller, more rural character. This regional perspective helps residents understand Helpston BUA's position as a particularly safe community within the wider local authority, highlighting its unique safety profile compared to its diverse neighbours.

Property Protection in Helpston BUA

Given Helpston BUA's very low property crime rate of 12.7 per 1,000 people, which is well below the UK average, residents benefit from a particularly secure environment. However, maintaining vigilance and effective security measures remains important. Traditional security cameras often serve as reactive recording devices, capturing footage after a crime has occurred rather than preventing it. For those who seek to proactively deter and prevent crime, advanced AI-powered solutions like scOS offer a compelling alternative.

scOS employs multi-camera intelligence to detect potential threats at the property boundary, learning daily routines to filter out false alarms and identify genuine intruders. It can also perform DVLA vehicle verification, instantly flagging suspicious vehicles. The core principle is prevention: most burglars decide within 60 seconds whether a property is too much effort. A visible, professional-grade system with autonomous responses, such as activating lights and engaging speakers, can disrupt an intruder's plan and make them move on. Choosing security that actively intervenes rather than merely records provides enhanced peace of mind for homeowners in Helpston BUA.