Cambourne Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Cambourne's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.0 per 1,000 residents, 45.9% below the UK average of 7.4. This figure reflects a built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, where residential stability and community cohesion likely contribute to lower-than-average crime levels. The most common crimes were criminal damage and arson (25% of total), violence and sexual offences (25%), and anti-social behaviour (18.8%). These patterns align with January's seasonal context: post-holiday periods, reduced retail activity, and shorter daylight hours. The high incidence of criminal damage and arson may relate to the area's housing stock, where older properties could be more vulnerable to vandalism. Conversely, the low rate of burglary (0.2 per 1,000) suggests effective home security measures or a lack of targeted opportunities. Violence and sexual offences, while below the UK average, remain a concern given their proportion of total crimes. The absence of significant seasonal spikes in property crime—unlike typical Christmas periods—indicates that Cambourne's crime profile is shaped more by local factors than national trends. The area's relatively low crime rate, combined with its position as a commuter hub, may reflect a balance between residential tranquility and occasional disruptions tied to community dynamics.

January 2024 saw a 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, jumping from 3 to 12 incidents. This surge, though stark, contrasts with a 66.7% decline in burglary and vehicle crime, which fell to 2 and 1 respectively. The crime mix shifted significantly: property crimes (22) now account for 45.8% of total incidents, up from 43.7% in December, while violent crimes (12) remained stable. Cambourne's violent crime rate of 1.0 per 1,000 is 62% below the UK average of 2.6. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 125%, from 4 to 9, a trend that may reflect post-holiday social dynamics. Residents should note that shoplifting decreased by 50%, from 2 to 1, suggesting reduced retail footfall aligns with seasonal patterns.

Cambourne's crime rate in January 2024 rose 22.8% compared to December 2023, moving from 3.3 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, remains well below the UK average of 7.4. Locally, the daily crime count averaged 2 incidents per day over the month, a figure that translates to one reported crime for roughly every 247 residents. This monthly exposure rate underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Cambourne, even as the rate has shifted upward. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the area's crime levels are proportionally minimal compared to national benchmarks, though the recent rise may prompt closer scrutiny of local factors. With 11,870 residents, the community's size and density likely contribute to the manageable scale of incidents, even during periods of fluctuation.