Girton Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In July 2025, Girton's per-capita crime rate of 1.6 per 1,000 residents illustrates a level of safety that starkly contrasts with the UK average of 8.6 per 1,000. This means that, on average, a resident of Girton has an 81.4% lower risk of experiencing crime than the typical UK resident. The crime profile for the month was dominated by anti-social behaviour (28.6% of all incidents) and violence and sexual offences (28.6%), both of which are significantly below their respective UK averages. Anti-social behaviour, for instance, occurs at a rate 68% lower than the national average, while violence and sexual offences are 84% below the UK level. These figures are consistent with Girton's character as a built-up area within South Cambridgeshire — a region that typically combines suburban tranquility with the infrastructure of a larger urban centre. The seasonal context of July, with its peak tourism and festival activity, likely influences the crime mix: while outdoor events may contribute to anti-social behaviour, the overall low rate suggests effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The absence of major property crimes, such as burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and other theft (0.1 per 1,000), further reinforces the perception of safety. However, the 100% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to June raises questions about whether specific events or changes in local dynamics — such as the timing of festivals or shifts in youth activity — may have temporarily altered the crime profile. Overall, the data illustrates a community where crime is not only infrequent but also low compared to national benchmarks, a trend that may reflect broader socio-economic factors or the effectiveness of local crime prevention initiatives.

July 2025 marked a 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 2 to 4 incidents, and a similar jump in drug-related crimes, which doubled from 0 to 2. These spikes contrast with declines in other categories: other theft fell by 50% (from 2 to 1), and criminal damage and arson decreased by 33.3% (from 3 to 2). The shift in crime mix reflects a notable imbalance, with violent and anti-social crimes accounting for 57.1% of all reported incidents — a proportion significantly higher than the UK average for these categories. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, remains 68% below the UK average of 1.6 per 1,000, suggesting that while specific incidents have risen, the overall trend remains well below national norms. For residents, the most concrete takeaway is the 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, which may warrant increased vigilance during summer festivals and events — periods when such crimes are more likely to occur in public spaces.

July 2025 saw Girton's crime rate fall to 1.6 per 1,000 residents, a 7.0% decrease from June's 1.7 per 1,000. This places the area firmly in the lowest decile of UK crime statistics, with the overall rate 81.4% below the national average of 8.6 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 31-day period — a figure that underscores the rarity of criminal activity in Girton. When scaled to population, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime occurring for roughly every 624 residents, a statistic that highlights the low probability of encountering crime in everyday life. This level of safety is particularly notable in a built-up area, where higher population density typically correlates with increased crime rates. The contrast with UK averages is stark: for instance, anti-social behaviour in Girton occurs at a rate 68% below the national average, and violence and sexual offences are 84% below the UK level. These figures suggest that local factors — such as community cohesion, policing presence, or socio-economic stability — may be contributing to the area's consistently low crime profile.