Histon and Impington Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Histon and Impington, 5.3 crimes were recorded in May 2023 — a figure 33.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This translates to roughly one reported crime for every 188 residents over the course of the month. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 38.1% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (16.7%) and public order offences (11.9%). These figures align with seasonal patterns typical of May, when longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising may contribute to higher levels of public disorder. Violence and sexual offences, while below the UK average, remain the most prevalent category, likely reflecting the area’s mix of residential and academic communities. The rate of criminal damage and arson (0.9 per 1,000) is 45% above the UK average, a figure that may be linked to the area’s historical buildings and limited surveillance in certain parts of the built-up area. Meanwhile, bicycle theft (0.4 per 1,000) is 400% above the UK average, suggesting vulnerabilities in securing personal property in a community with a notable student population. These patterns illustrate how local characteristics — such as the presence of academic institutions and historic architecture — shape the crime profile in ways distinct from national trends.

May 2023 saw significant month-on-month increases in several crime categories. Criminal damage and arson rose by 250% (from 2 to 7 incidents), potentially linked to the area’s concentration of historic properties and the warmer weather encouraging outdoor activities. Vehicle crime also increased by 200% (from 1 to 3), which may be attributed to the growing number of commuters using local parking facilities during the university term. Public order offences surged by 150% (from 2 to 5), consistent with the seasonal shift towards longer evenings and increased socialising in public spaces. Conversely, other theft fell by 75% (from 4 to 1), reflecting heightened awareness or improved security measures following previous months’ campaigns. The rate of violence and sexual offences (2.0 per 1,000) is 28% below the UK average, a contrast to the 45% above average rate for criminal damage. Bicycle theft, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 400% above the UK average, highlighting a specific vulnerability in an area where cycling is a common mode of transport. These shifts demonstrate how local conditions — such as academic calendars, property types, and transport patterns — influence crime dynamics in ways that diverge from national averages.

The crime rate in Histon and Impington rose by 82.5% from 2.9 per 1,000 in the previous month to 5.3 per 1,000 in May 2023. This increase, while significant, remains well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day in May — a figure that, while low, underscores the potential for incidents to occur in a tightly knit community. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 188 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is considerably lower than many urban centres but may feel more pronounced in a small built-up area. When scaled to the population of 7,880, the 42 total crimes equate to a manageable level of risk for residents, though the spikes in specific categories like criminal damage and public order suggest targeted vulnerabilities. The contrast with the UK average — particularly in categories like bicycle theft and vehicle crime — highlights how local factors, such as the presence of a university and historic infrastructure, create distinct crime profiles. These comparisons provide context for residents to assess their personal risk in ways that align with both local and national trends.