Peterborough Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Peterborough's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 10.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 39.2% above the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This stark divergence from the national figure underscores a combination of local factors, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 34.4% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.1%, while shoplifting contributed 7.9% of the total. These patterns align with Peterborough's character as a major urban centre with a mix of commercial and residential zones. The seasonal context of September—marking the return to school and university freshers—likely contributes to elevated levels of anti-social behaviour and public order offences, as younger populations converge in town centres and nightlife areas. The rate of violent crime in Peterborough (3.5 per 1,000) is 36% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a concentration of incidents in areas with high foot traffic or social interaction. While property crimes remain a concern, the dominance of violent and disorderly offences indicates a shift in crime dynamics that may reflect broader social trends or localized pressures. direct causation, but the timing of the month—coinciding with the start of the academic year—may partially explain the surge in certain categories. Residents and local authorities must remain vigilant as these patterns evolve.

September 2025 saw a 67.7% increase in drug-related crimes, with the category rising from 93 to 156 incidents. This jump, which places drug crime in Peterborough at 0.7 per 1,000 residents—169% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000—marks a significant departure from previous months. Concurrently, bicycle theft rose by 62.1% (29 to 47), potentially linked to the influx of students returning to campuses. Vehicle crime also climbed by 38.9% (108 to 150), possibly reflecting increased traffic or parking congestion in urban areas. In contrast, robbery incidents fell by 28.6% (from 28 to 20), and anti-social behaviour dropped by 19.5% (from 431 to 347), indicating some success in targeted interventions. The crime mix in Peterborough remains heavily skewed towards violent and disorderly offences, with property crimes accounting for only 31.5% of the total. This imbalance is particularly pronounced in drug-related offences, which are 169% above the UK average. For residents, the sharp rise in drug crime may signal a need for enhanced community policing in areas with high concentrations of young adults or transient populations.

Peterborough's September 2025 crime rate of 10.3 per 1,000 residents represents a 5.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 10.9 per 1,000, suggesting a slight stabilization in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the city recorded an average of 77 crimes per day in September, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 97 residents. This ratio—while concerning—places Peterborough in a context where residents face a higher risk of encountering crime compared to the UK average, though the exact national equivalent is not provided. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Peterborough's 223,655 residents experienced 2,305 crimes in September, with violent offences dominating the landscape. While the monthly rate is lower than August, the year-on-year comparison would require additional data to assess long-term trends. The city's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with drug-related crimes and anti-social behaviour persisting at significantly higher rates. Residents may find the daily crime count a useful metric for understanding the frequency of incidents in their neighbourhoods, though localized patterns can vary widely across Peterborough's diverse districts.