Cambourne Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cambourne’s overall crime rate for February 2025 stood at 5.6 crimes per 1,000 residents, placing it 16.4% below the UK average of 6.7. This performance highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime picture, contributing 45.5% of all reported incidents, a figure that exceeds the UK average for this category by 6%. Anti-social behaviour followed at 16.7%, while shoplifting accounted for 15.2% of crimes, significantly higher than the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal and retail-related issues, which may reflect the built-up area’s characteristics, such as the presence of local amenities and community spaces that could drive both anti-social activity and retail crime. Seasonally, February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely contributed to lower overall crime rates. The contrast between Cambourne’s performance and the UK average underscores the importance of local factors, such as community engagement and policing strategies, in shaping crime profiles. While the area’s rate is below the national benchmark, the prominence of violence and sexual offences indicates targeted efforts may be needed to address these specific concerns.

February 2025 saw notable fluctuations in Cambourne’s crime mix. Criminal damage and arson surged by 400%, rising from one to five incidents, a sharp increase that could signal seasonal shifts or localized issues such as vandalism during colder months. Conversely, public order offences fell by 50%, declining from two to one, possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity in winter. Shoplifting remained a persistent concern, with 10 incidents reported—29% above the UK average—and violence and sexual offences continuing to dominate at 30 cases, despite a 6% UK average for this category. The rise in 'other crime' by 100% (from zero to three incidents) highlights emerging or underreported issues that may require further investigation. Vehicle crime also doubled, though it remained 46% below the UK average, suggesting that local infrastructure or policing may mitigate this type of offence. These shifts underscore the need for tailored approaches to address specific crime trends, such as enhanced surveillance in high-risk areas or community programmes targeting anti-social behaviour.

Cambourne’s crime rate in February 2025 rose 40.4% from the previous month’s 4.0 per 1,000, reflecting a notable uptick in reported incidents. This increase, however, still leaves the area 16.4% below the UK average, a consistent advantage that may stem from local factors such as effective community policing or a lower population density compared to major urban centres. On a daily basis, Cambourne experienced approximately two crimes per day in February, a figure that, while modest, requires contextual understanding. Over the course of the month, one crime was reported for roughly every 180 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. This statistic, when viewed alongside the population of 11,870, suggests that the majority of residents are not directly affected by crime, though the concentration of violent offences may create pockets of concern. The area’s performance compared to the UK average highlights the importance of local initiatives in maintaining safety, even as national trends fluctuate. For residents, these figures indicate a generally secure environment, though vigilance around specific crime types—particularly violence and sexual offences—remains crucial.