Cambourne Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 marked a significant increase in Cambourne's crime rate, rising to 5.1 per 1,000 residents—a 31.1% gap from the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This rate, though still well below national levels, reflects a marked shift in crime patterns, particularly in violent and anti-social offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 46.7% of all crimes (28 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (21.7%, 13 cases). The seasonal context of September, with its back-to-school and university freshers' events, may contribute to increased social interactions and associated tensions. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour (116.7% month-on-month) and the doubling of theft from the person and robbery cases suggest a more immediate concern for residents. While property crimes remain low (11 total, or 18.3% of all crimes), the balance between violent and property crimes has shifted, with violent offences now comprising over 40% of the total. This contrast with the previous month’s lower rate (3.0 per 1,000) highlights the need for vigilance, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or social gatherings. The UK-wide comparison also reveals notable disparities: Cambourne’s public order offences are 44% below the national average, but drug-related crimes are 15% above, a figure that may reflect local policing priorities or demographic factors. These patterns, while not directly tied to the area’s built-up nature, may be influenced by seasonal rhythms and the transient population associated with educational institutions.

The most striking change in September 2025 was the 116.7% surge in anti-social behaviour, which rose from 6 to 13 cases. This spike, coupled with the doubling of theft from the person and robbery incidents, points to a shift in crime dynamics. While violent crimes remain the largest category (46.7% of total), their rate (2.4 per 1,000) is 7% below the UK average, a contrast to the 15% increase in drug-related offences (0.3 per 1,000). Bicycle theft in Cambourne is 186% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a figure that may reflect local patterns such as student populations or cycling infrastructure. Residents should be particularly aware of the rise in anti-social behaviour, which saw a threefold increase in just one month, and consider heightened caution in public spaces.

Cambourne's crime rate in September 2025 rose sharply to 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 66.7% increase from the previous month's 3.0 per 1,000. This jump brings the area's rate closer to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000.1% below. Locally, this translates to roughly 2 crimes reported per day, a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects a noticeable uptick in activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 198 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the impact of specific incidents on the community. The population context reveals that, despite the rise, Cambourne remains significantly safer than the national average, but the sudden increase in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour warrants attention. This shift contrasts with the previous month's trend, where crime rates were lower, and highlights the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly in areas experiencing higher-than-usual activity.