Cottenham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cottenham's overall crime rate in July 2025 stood at 5.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.7% below the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast to the national picture highlights the area's relatively low crime profile, a pattern consistent with its character as a built-up area within South Cambridgeshire. The two most common crime types were anti-social behaviour (25.6% of all incidents) and violence and sexual offences (25.6%), both of which were significantly below the UK average for their respective categories. Anti-social behaviour in Cottenham occurred at a rate of 1.5 per 1,000, 3% below the national figure, while violence and sexual offences were 51% below the UK average at 1.5 per 1,000. These figures may partly reflect the area's seasonal dynamics during peak summer, when community engagement during festivals and events could contribute to lower rates of public disorder. The presence of violent crime, however, remains a concern, particularly given the absence of major retail hubs or nightlife areas typically associated with such incidents. July's climate, with schools out and tourism at its height, may also influence crime patterns, though the data suggests a combination of local factors—including the area's quieter, more residential nature—likely contributes to its lower-than-average crime rates.

July 2025 saw marked fluctuations in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents), and burglary and drug-related offences both doubling (from 2 to 4 each). This sharp increase in property crimes contrasts with a 75% drop in shoplifting (from 4 to 1) and a 50% reduction in other theft (from 2 to 1). While anti-social behaviour fell by 28.6% (from 14 to 10), the area's drug crime rate was 114% above the UK average, a figure that could signal emerging challenges in local law enforcement priorities. Cottenham's burglary rate of 0.6 per 1,000 was 122% above the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area's built-up nature and potential vulnerabilities in residential security. The sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, which now exceeds the UK average by 15%, could indicate increased vandalism during summer festivals or events. Residents might find the 75% decline in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, suggesting either improved retail security measures or a seasonal shift in criminal activity patterns.

Cottenham's crime rate in July 2025 (5.7 per 1,000) was 2.7% higher than the previous month's rate of 5.5 per 1,000, yet remains significantly below the UK average. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 176 residents—a figure that contextualises the low frequency of incidents in this small built-up area. Daily crime statistics show an average of 1 crime per day, a manageable figure that underscores the area's relative safety. When scaled to the population, the 39 total crimes reported in July represent a minimal risk for residents, with the monthly exposure rate of 1-in-176 being far below the UK average for comparable areas. This comparison highlights Cottenham's distinct position as a low-crime locality, particularly when considering the UK's overall rate of 8.6 per 1,000. The slight month-on-month increase in crime may reflect normal seasonal fluctuations, but the area's overall profile remains markedly safer than the national picture. For residents, the data reinforces that Cottenham's built-up character—potentially with fewer commercial or industrial zones than larger urban centres—likely contributes to its consistently lower crime rates compared to the UK average.