Girton Crime Rate August 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For an area with a population of 8,739, the 9 reported crimes in August 2023 equate to one crime for every 971 residents—a figure that illustrates the exceptionally low crime levels in Girton. At 1.0 per 1,000 residents, the area’s crime rate is 87.7% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 55.6% of all reported incidents (5 cases), followed by public order offences (44.4%, 4 cases). These figures align with Girton’s character as a small, built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, where community cohesion and lower population density may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. Seasonal factors could also play a role: August, a peak holiday month, typically sees increased tourism and empty homes, which might elevate burglary risks. However, the data shows no such increase in property-related crimes, suggesting that local policing or community vigilance may mitigate these seasonal pressures. The dominance of violence and sexual offences, despite their relatively low absolute numbers, raises questions about localized patterns—linked to specific venues or events in the area. The stark contrast with UK averages highlights Girton’s position as an outlier in national crime statistics, a status that may reflect both effective policing strategies and the area’s unique demographic profile.

August 2023 saw a significant 44.4% decrease in violence and sexual offences compared to July, with the category dropping from 9 to 5 cases. This decline, despite the month’s typical seasonal dynamics, suggests effective interventions or natural fluctuations in criminal activity. Conversely, public order offences surged by 100%, rising from 2 to 4 cases—a sharp increase that may indicate heightened community interactions or enforcement focus in this category. The crime mix in Girton remains heavily skewed toward violent crimes, with violence and sexual offences comprising 55.6% of all incidents, a proportion that is 77% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 for this category. This stark divergence from national trends reinforces the area’s distinctiveness, potentially linked to its smaller population and community structure. For residents, the 100% rise in public order offences could signal areas for local engagement, though the overall low crime rate suggests these incidents remain isolated rather than widespread. The absence of property crimes in the top categories further contrasts with UK patterns, where burglary and vehicle crime often dominate in similar-sized areas.

Girton’s crime rate in August 2023 (1.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 65.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.0 per 1,000, a drop that translates to roughly 0 crimes per day on average—a figure that, while local to Girton, highlights the area’s consistently low crime levels. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 971 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to UK averages. This statistic, when scaled to Girton’s population, suggests that most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. The population context further emphasizes this: with 8,739 residents, the 9 crimes reported represent a minuscule fraction of the population, reinforcing the area’s safety profile. The comparison to the previous month also reveals a marked shift in crime dynamics, with the sharp decline in violent offences and rise in public order incidents suggesting possible changes in policing priorities or community behavior. These trends, while notable, remain within the bounds of Girton’s historically low crime environment, offering reassurance to residents that the area continues to maintain its position as a relatively secure built-up area within South Cambridgeshire.