Cambourne Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cambourne's crime rate in July 2025 stood at 4.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 46.5% below the UK average of 8.6. This marked safety record is particularly striking given the area's status as a built-up district within South Cambridgeshire, where summer months typically see increased foot traffic and events. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 48.2% of all reported incidents (26 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%, 9 cases) and criminal damage and arson (9.3%, 5 cases). The seasonal context of July—peak summer with schools out, festivals, and tourism—likely influenced these patterns, as outdoor events and extended daylight hours can both deter and attract specific types of criminal activity. Bicycle theft emerged as a significant outlier, with Cambourne's rate of 0.1 per 1,000 residents 25% above the UK average. This discrepancy may be attributed to the area's expanding cycling infrastructure and the concentration of bike parking in public spaces during summer events. The overall crime picture contrasts sharply with the national average, suggesting that Cambourne's relatively low population density and community-focused policing strategies may contribute to its safer environment. While violence and sexual offences remain the most pressing concern, the absence of major spikes in property crime or public order offences during this period aligns with the area's historical trend of maintaining stability even during high-traffic seasons.

July 2025 saw a stark contrast in crime trends, with drugs-related offences doubling from 1 to 2 incidents, and robbery and other theft each increasing by 100% from zero to one. These spikes suggest potential shifts in local activity, possibly linked to summer festivals or increased informal gatherings. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 50% (from 6 to 3), and shoplifting dropped by 50% (from 4 to 2), indicating that targeted policing or seasonal factors may have contributed to these declines. The crime mix also revealed a significant anomaly: bicycle theft in Cambourne was 25% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, a figure that could reflect the area's growing cycling infrastructure and the challenges of securing bikes during summer events. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the need to secure personal property, particularly bicycles, during the peak tourist season.

Cambourne's crime rate in July 2025 dropped by 17.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 5.5 to 4.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns seen in built-up areas during summer, when increased community activity and daylight hours may deter certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 2 crimes per day over the month, reflecting a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. When scaled to the local population of 11,870, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 220 residents, a figure that underscores the area's overall safety relative to national averages. This context is particularly relevant for residents and visitors, as it illustrates the manageable risk profile of Cambourne even during peak tourist season. The shift in crime types from anti-social behaviour (down 47.1%) to drugs-related offences (up 100%) suggests evolving local dynamics that warrant further observation.