Histon and Impington Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Histon and Impington’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, 28.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure reflects the area’s long-standing position as a relatively safe built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, where crime rates have historically remained well below national benchmarks. The most common crimes reported were violence and sexual offences (11 incidents, 26.8% of total), bicycle theft (6 incidents, 14.6%), and anti-social behaviour (5 incidents, 12.2%). Violence and sexual offences, though significant in number, were 46% below the UK average for this category, a statistic that may be attributed to the area’s low population density and strong community cohesion. Bicycle theft, however, presented a striking anomaly, with its rate 1,233% above the UK average—a figure that likely reflects the growing prevalence of cycling in the area, particularly during colder months when more residents may rely on bicycles for commuting. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and shorter daylight hours—may have influenced certain crime patterns, though the overall rate of violent crime remained stable. Anti-social behaviour, while still present, fell by 44.4% compared to the previous month, due to the effects of darker evenings reducing opportunities for such incidents. The low levels of property crime, particularly the 67% below-average burglary rate, suggest that the area’s suburban character and limited commercial activity may contribute to its safety profile. These trends, combined with the area’s demographic and geographic characteristics, illustrate a community where crime is both infrequent and often concentrated in specific, identifiable categories.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 200% increase in bicycle theft, rising from two to six incidents—a spike that outpaced all other crime categories. This surge, while modest in absolute terms, stands in stark contrast to the 66.7% decline in vehicle crime, which fell from three to one incident. The drop in vehicle crime may reflect seasonal changes, as colder weather and shorter daylight hours could reduce opportunities for such offences. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 44.4%, from nine to five incidents, a decline that may align with the area’s generally low levels of public disorder. Bicycle theft, however, remains an outlier: at 0.8 per 1,000 residents, it is 1,233% above the UK average for this category, suggesting a local factor—such as a growing cycling population or targeted thefts—may be at play. Residents might note that other crime categories, including theft from the person, saw 100% increases, though these remain rare in absolute terms. The contrast between rising bicycle theft and falling vehicle crime illustrates the unpredictable nature of local crime trends, even in areas with consistently low overall rates.

Histon and Impington's crime rate in November 2025 dropped by 21.2% compared to the previous month, falling from 6.6 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the area’s consistently low crime profile relative to the UK average, which stood at 7.3 per 1,000 for the same period. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that may appear modest but reflects the community’s broader safety record. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 192 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. While such figures are inherently local and cannot be directly compared to national daily or monthly benchmarks, they provide context for residents assessing their personal risk. The drop in crime rate may partly reflect seasonal patterns, with November’s darker evenings deterring certain types of outdoor activity that could contribute to crime. However, the significant jump in bicycle theft this month complicates this narrative, suggesting that specific factors—such as increased cycling during colder months or targeted thefts—may have influenced the overall trend.