Peterborough Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Peterborough's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 10.6 per 1,000 residents, placing the city 30.9% above the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of local and national trends, with violent crime emerging as the most significant category, accounting for 36.8% of all reported incidents. Violence and sexual offences, at 3.9 per 1,000, remain 46% above the UK average, a pattern consistent with Peterborough's status as a major urban centre with a diverse population and a mix of industrial and retail sectors. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, rose to 2.0 per 1,000, 55% above the UK average, potentially influenced by the transition into darker evenings and increased social activity during the autumn. The city's seasonal context in October—marked by the end of daylight saving time, Halloween, and the approach of winter—may have contributed to fluctuations in crime patterns. While property crime as a whole remains a concern, the data shows a nuanced picture: shoplifting increased by 28.5%, while burglary fell by 22%, suggesting varying levels of effectiveness in local policing strategies. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas, particularly those with concentrations of retail and nightlife activity. The overall crime rate, though higher than the national average, is not uniform across categories, with some areas showing marked improvement and others requiring closer attention.

October 2024 saw notable reductions in specific crime categories, with bicycle theft plummeting by 60% (from 30 to 12 incidents) and vehicle crime decreasing by 33.7% (from 196 to 130). These declines may be linked to seasonal factors, such as shorter daylight hours reducing opportunities for theft, or local initiatives targeting high-risk areas. Conversely, criminal damage and arson rose sharply by 30.7% (153 to 200 incidents), a trend consistent with the seasonal context of darker evenings and Halloween activities. The city's violent crime rate remains 46% above the UK average, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 36.8% of all crimes. This is particularly concerning given Peterborough's population density and the potential for increased social interactions during the autumn months. Residents may find the 60% drop in bicycle theft encouraging, though the overall crime rate still exceeds national benchmarks by over 30%.

Peterborough's crime rate in October 2024 rose to 10.6 per 1,000 residents, a 7.1% increase from the previous month's 9.9 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 76 crimes reported daily, a figure that underscores the persistent demand on local policing resources. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 94 residents, a ratio that highlights the frequency of incidents within the population. While this rate remains above the UK average, the local context reveals a mix of trends: property crime has seen declines in certain categories, while violent crime continues to dominate. The population of 223,655 means that even small shifts in crime rates can have measurable impacts on community safety, particularly in areas with high concentrations of vulnerable populations or transient residents. The comparison to the UK average also shows that Peterborough's crime profile is shaped by local factors such as its status as a major urban centre with a diverse economy, which may contribute to both higher and lower crime trends in different categories.