Peterborough Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences emerged as the dominant category in Peterborough's July 2025 crime profile, accounting for 36.8% of all reported incidents. This starkly contrasts with the UK average for such crimes, which stands at 3.0 per 1,000 (36.8% above). The overall crime rate of 11.8 per 1,000 residents places Peterborough significantly above the national average of 8.6 per 1,000, a 37.2% gap that underscores the area's unique challenges. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 18.6% of all crimes, while shoplifting accounted for 9.2%. These figures align with Peterborough's character as a major urban centre with a mix of commercial and residential zones. The summer season, marked by festivals, tourism, and extended daylight hours, likely amplifies opportunities for crimes such as violence and public order offences. However, the data also reveals a nuanced picture: while property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime remain elevated, the sharp rise in drug-related offences may reflect broader socioeconomic pressures. This interplay between seasonal factors and local demographics necessitates a multifaceted approach to crime prevention, balancing immediate interventions with long-term strategies.

July 2025 marked a significant rise in drug-related crimes, with a 77.5% increase from 40 to 71 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 42.4% rise in bicycle theft and a 41.2% increase in robberies, suggests shifting patterns in criminal activity. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, which are 41% above the UK average, underscores the area's particular challenges. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 11.9%, possibly linked to the summer season reducing opportunities for vandalism. Shoplifting also declined by 10.4%, a trend that may reflect improved retail security measures or seasonal changes in consumer behaviour. Robbery rates rose despite being 9% below the UK average, indicating a combination of local factors. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes in specific crime types.

Peterborough's crime rate in July 2025 remained stable at 11.8 per 1,000 residents, a 1.0% increase from June's 11.6 per 1,000. This consistency suggests no major short-term shifts in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 85 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 85 residents, highlighting the frequency of incidents in a population of 223,655. This monthly exposure rate provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents. When compared to the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000, Peterborough's rate remains significantly higher, but the month-on-month stability indicates that efforts to manage crime have not seen dramatic fluctuations. The population context underscores that while the rate is elevated, the absolute number of incidents is distributed across a large community, which may influence perceptions of safety.