Girton Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Girton, the crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 in July 2023 translates to a daily risk of approximately one incident per 31 days. This rate is 63.9% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000, highlighting the area’s consistently low crime profile. The breakdown of incidents shows that violence and sexual offences (9 cases) accounted for 34.6% of total crimes, followed by vehicle crime (11.5%) and bicycle theft (11.5%). While these figures remain well below UK averages for most categories, the surge in violence and sexual offences—up 350% from June—raises questions about local factors during peak summer activity. July, a month marked by school holidays, festivals, and increased tourism, may have contributed to heightened interactions in public spaces. The area’s built-up nature within South Cambridgeshire likely means a mix of residential and commercial activity, which may partly explain the rise in violence and the anomaly in bicycle theft. Despite these spikes, the overall crime rate remains in line with Girton’s historical trend of safety, with property crimes (13) outpacing violent crimes (9) by a narrow margin. Seasonal context suggests that outdoor events and warmer weather may have influenced patterns. The data also shows that shoplifting, while still below the UK average, fell by 25% compared to June, reflecting reduced retail activity during holidays or increased security measures.

July 2023 saw a 350% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 2 to 9 incidents. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, raises questions about local factors during peak summer activity. Bicycle theft emerged as a striking anomaly, with Girton’s rate of 0.3 per 1,000—200% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000—suggesting a possible link to increased cycling during warmer months. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 25% compared to June, with 3 incidents reported (down from 4). This shift may reflect seasonal changes in retail footfall or heightened awareness among businesses. Vehicle crime also rose sharply by 200%, though it remains below the UK average. These fluctuations illustrate how crime patterns can evolve rapidly in response to local dynamics, even within a generally low-risk area.

In July 2023, Girton’s crime rate rose 136.5% compared to the previous month, moving from 1.3 to 3.0 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while notable, remains 63.9% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. Daily crime activity in Girton averaged approximately one incident per day over the month, a figure that contextualises risk in local terms. Over the course of July, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 336 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s overall safety profile. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the jump from June highlights the need to monitor seasonal fluctuations. The population-scaled perspective shows that for every 1,000 residents, Girton experiences fewer than four crimes annually, a stark contrast to the UK’s higher density of incidents. This suggests that despite the month-on-month rise, Girton’s crime picture remains significantly safer than the national average.