Histon and Impington Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Histon and Impington’s December 2025 crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents places it 32.9% below the UK average, a position consistent with the area’s suburban character and limited urban density. The dominant crime categories—shoplifting and violence—each accounted for 21.6% of total incidents, reflecting a mix of retail-related and social factors. Shoplifting, in particular, rose sharply by 166.7% compared to November, a surge likely tied to the Christmas shopping season and the area’s proximity to Cambridge’s retail hubs. Violence and sexual offences.0 per 1,000, remain 61% below the UK average, a statistic that may be attributed to the area’s quieter, family-oriented demographics and reduced nightlife activity. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, empty homes during holidays, and heightened retail activity—creates a unique environment where certain crimes, like shoplifting, are more prevalent. Conversely, the absence of major violent incidents aligns with the area’s general safety profile. These patterns illustrate how local geography and seasonal rhythms interact to shape crime dynamics, even in a region that is otherwise consistently low-risk. The interplay between retail opportunities and community structure appears to be a key driver of the area’s crime profile, with shoplifting emerging as the most prominent category despite the overall low rate.

December marked a sharp 166.7% increase in shoplifting, rising from 3 to 8 incidents, a trend likely linked to the Christmas shopping peak and the area’s retail presence. Meanwhile, public order offences doubled from 0 to 2, possibly influenced by the festive season’s increased social activity. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 83.3%, from 6 to 1, a decline that may reflect reduced outdoor activity during colder evenings. Other theft also dropped by 80%, from 5 to 1, suggesting seasonal patterns may temper opportunities for such crimes. Shoplifting, however, stands out as 75% above the UK average at 1.0 per 1,000, highlighting a localised challenge despite the overall low rate. Violence and sexual offences, at 1.0 per 1,000, are 61% below the UK average, due to the area’s suburban character and limited nightlife. These shifts illustrate how specific seasonal factors and local demographics shape crime trends, even within a generally safe environment.

December 2025 saw a 9.6% decline in Histon and Impington’s crime rate compared to November, falling from 5.2 to 4.7 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the area’s consistently low crime profile, which has remained below the UK average for years. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day in December, a figure that reflects both the small population and the effectiveness of local policing strategies. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 213 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that underscores the relatively low level of risk for residents compared to larger urban centres. The population-scaled perspective is particularly meaningful here: with 7,880 residents, even a single incident can feel significant, yet the overall pattern suggests a stable, if not improving, security environment. This monthly exposure rate is lower than the UK average, which would see roughly one crime for every 142 residents in a similar-sized area. The drop in burglary and theft-related crimes, combined with the absence of major incidents, further supports the notion that Histon and Impington maintains a safer environment than many comparable regions.