Girton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Girton's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 2.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 69.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national trends highlights the area's consistently low crime profile, a pattern that has persisted despite seasonal fluctuations. The most common offences reported were anti-social behaviour (30% of all crimes), violence and sexual offences (25%), and other theft (15%). These figures align with Girton's character as a relatively quiet, built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, where community policing and local initiatives may contribute to sustained low levels of serious crime. Seasonal factors in November—such as the darkening evenings, Bonfire Night, and the Black Friday shopping rush—likely influenced the nature of incidents, with anti-social behaviour peaking during periods of increased public activity. The absence of major violent crime or property crime spikes suggests that local measures, such as well-lit public spaces and community engagement, may mitigate risks associated with seasonal events. However, the exact mechanisms behind these trends, though the area's small population and low density of commercial hubs likely play a role in reducing opportunities for crime. The low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) further supports the notion that Girton's built-up environment, while active, lacks the high-traffic zones typically associated with motor-related offences.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in Girton's crime profile, with other theft increasing by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) and burglary doubling (from 0 to 2). These rises may be linked to the Black Friday shopping period, which typically sees a spike in retail-related crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), potentially due to fewer vehicles on the road during the month or improved security measures at local parking areas. The breakdown of crime types reveals a stark contrast to the UK average: anti-social behaviour in Girton is 33% below the national rate, while violence and sexual offences are 77% below. This divergence underscores the area's unique dynamics, where community cohesion and local policing appear to suppress more severe incidents. For residents, the most immediate concern is the rise in other theft, which could be addressed through targeted awareness campaigns. The data also highlights Girton's exceptionally low rates of criminal damage and arson, which are 66% below the UK average—a figure that may reflect the area's limited industrial or commercial infrastructure, reducing opportunities for such offences.

In November 2023, Girton's crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 5.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.2 per 1,000. However, this modest rise remains far below the UK average, illustrating the area's continued resilience against crime. On a daily basis, Girton recorded approximately one crime per day in November, a figure that is particularly striking when compared to the UK's much higher national average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 437 residents—a statistic that, while not zero, reflects the relatively low probability of any individual being directly affected. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK's average, which is not provided but can be inferred to be substantially higher given the national context. The population-scaled perspective further emphasizes that Girton's crime profile is not only below the UK average but also proportionally less impactful on its residents. For example, the area's low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) means that residents are far less likely to experience home-related crimes compared to the national picture. This comparative advantage may be attributed to Girton's built-up but low-density character, where community vigilance and local infrastructure reduce opportunities for criminal activity.