Girton Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In March 2024, Girton’s crime rate stood at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure 74% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area’s generally low crime profile, though the balance between property and violent crimes—each accounting for 4 of 17 total incidents—reveals an unusual equilibrium. Anti-social behaviour dominated the crime profile, contributing nearly a third of all reported incidents, while violence and sexual offences, though lower in volume, remained 81% below the UK average. The seasonal context of March, with its transition to spring and lengthening evenings, may have influenced patterns, as anti-social behaviour often rises with increased social activity. Other crime types, such as criminal damage and arson, also saw notable spikes, though they remained well below national averages. Girton’s built-up character within South Cambridgeshire likely contributes to this profile, where community-centric issues like anti-social behaviour dominate over more severe crimes. The low overall rate, combined with the absence of significant spikes in burglary or theft from the person, suggests a relatively stable environment, though the surge in anti-social behaviour may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

March 2024 revealed stark contrasts in crime trends, with anti-social behaviour surging by 400% compared to February, rising from one to five incidents. This jump, coupled with a 100% increase in other crime and criminal damage, suggests a shift in community dynamics. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by two-thirds, and other theft dropped by half, indicating some areas of decline. Violent crimes remained balanced with property offences, each accounting for 4 of the 17 total crimes. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.6 per 1,000, is 48% below the UK average, while other crime—though rising—still lags behind the national rate by 100%. These figures highlight Girton’s unique profile, where community-focused issues like anti-social behaviour dominate over more severe crimes. A resident might note that while anti-social incidents are up, the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low compared to the UK average.

March 2024 saw a 6.6% increase in Girton’s crime rate compared to February’s 1.8 per 1,000, reaching 2.0 per 1,000. This small upward shift aligns with seasonal transitions, as longer evenings and clock changes may influence activity patterns. Daily crime statistics show one reported crime per day on average, a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s overall safety. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 514 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the rarity of incidents in Girton. When scaled to the local population of 8,739, this suggests most residents are unlikely to encounter crime directly. The rate remains far below the UK average, though the slight rise may warrant monitoring against broader trends in similar built-up areas. This context helps residents understand that while crime is infrequent, minor fluctuations are normal in small communities.