Cambourne Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Cambourne's crime profile in May 2025, accounting for nearly half (49.1%) of all reported crimes. With a total crime rate of 4.6 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 43.2% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a gap that reflects both effective policing and the built-up area's demographic profile. The dominance of violent crime over property crime—27 violent incidents versus 12 property crimes—contrasts with national trends where property offences often lead. This divergence may stem from Cambourne's character as a residential community with limited commercial zones, where interpersonal conflicts and anti-social behaviour are more prevalent than retail theft. The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely contributes to the 28.6% month-on-month rise in violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, which rose by 55.6%, may be linked to the same factors, though the absence of major nightlife or transport hubs suggests that localised issues—such as disputes among residents—play a role. The area's 4.6 per 1,000 rate, while lower than the UK average, highlights the need to address violent crime without compromising the community's overall safety record. The 33.3% decrease in other theft, including burglary, indicates that targeted prevention efforts may be working, though the 150% surge in criminal damage and arson raises questions about vandalism patterns in a relatively quiet area. These figures, when contextualised with the area's population of 11,870, illustrate that while Cambourne remains a low-crime environment, the shift in crime types and the seasonal spikes demand closer scrutiny.

May 2025 saw a sharp 150% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This spike, alongside a 55.6% rise in anti-social behaviour, points to a shift in the crime mix, with property-related offences accounting for only 18% of total reports compared to 51% in April. Violence and sexual offences, at 27 cases, remained 19% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, yet their 28.6% month-on-month increase suggests growing pressure on local policing resources. Shoplifting fell by 40% compared to the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's limited retail density. Residents may find the 33.3% decrease in other theft—a category that includes bicycle theft and burglary—particularly reassuring, though this decline followed a small increase in April. The data underscores that while Cambourne's overall safety profile remains strong, targeted interventions may be needed for anti-social behaviour and vandalism.

Cambourne's crime rate in May 2025 rose to 4.6 per 1,000 residents, a 14.6% increase from April's 4.0 per 1,000. This translates to approximately 2 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, a figure that underscores the local rhythm of activity in a residential community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 216 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Cambourne well below the UK average when scaled to population size. While the overall rate remains 43.2% below the UK average, the shift from April highlights the need to monitor seasonal fluctuations. The built-up area's proximity to natural amenities and commuter routes may influence patterns, but the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife zones suggests that localised factors—such as extended daylight hours in May—play a role in the uptick. These figures, when contextualised against the area's population of 11,870, illustrate that while crime remains rare, the rate's trajectory warrants attention.