Cottenham Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cottenham's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a striking balance between property and violent crime, with 10 property-related incidents and 9 violent crimes reported. This equilibrium contrasts with national trends, where property crime typically outpaces violence. The overall crime rate of 3.5 per 1,000 residents places the area 52.1% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, a disparity that may reflect the area's character as a relatively low-density built-up zone with limited commercial hubs. Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) constituted 37.5% of all crimes, yet remained 49% below the UK average, a figure consistent with the area's likely limited nightlife and lower population density. Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) and criminal damage (4 incidents) also fell significantly below UK averages, potentially linked to the area's smaller scale and community-oriented environment. Seasonal factors may have influenced patterns: the 100% increase in shoplifting could be tied to Black Friday promotions, while the 100% rise in vehicle crime might reflect increased thefts during darker evenings. However, the sharp decline in burglary and criminal damage may indicate effective local deterrence measures or seasonal inactivity, as November's shorter days and colder weather could reduce opportunities for such crimes. The low overall rate suggests a generally secure environment, though the doubling of shoplifting incidents highlights a specific vulnerability that warrants attention.

November saw a 100% increase in both shoplifting and vehicle crime, marking the first recorded instances of these offences in the month. This shift contrasts with the 66.7% drop in burglary and the 63.6% decrease in criminal damage and arson, which may reflect seasonal changes in activity patterns. Violent crimes, at 9 incidents, remained 49% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, a stark contrast to the 4.2% above UK average for criminal damage and arson. The balance between property (10 incidents) and violent (9 incidents) crimes suggests a unique dynamic in Cottenham compared to areas where property crime typically dominates. Residents may find the 100% increase in shoplifting particularly noteworthy, as it aligns with Black Friday shopping trends and could indicate vulnerabilities in retail security during the post-Thanksgiving period.

Cottenham's crime rate in November 2025 fell to 3.5 per 1,000 residents, a 44.2% decline from the previous month's 6.3 per 1,000. This drop places the area well below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, highlighting a consistently safer environment relative to national trends. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported per day over the 30-day period, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for roughly every 287 residents. This low frequency suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime during their daily routines, though the small population base amplifies the visibility of each incident. The reduction in criminal damage and arson by 63.6% and the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour by 62.5% may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced public gatherings as November progresses. However, the 100% increase in shoplifting and vehicle crime could indicate shifting patterns tied to Black Friday shopping or the onset of darker evenings, which may affect visibility and deterrence.