South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

South Cambridgeshire's overall crime rate in April 2024 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 41.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance, which places the area among the safest in the country, is underpinned by a crime profile that prioritises violent and property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 31.5% of all reported crimes, with 247 incidents recorded—1.4 per 1,000 residents. This rate is 45% below the UK average, a gap that may be influenced by the district's character as a largely rural and suburban area with limited nightlife and commercial hubs. Anti-social behaviour followed at 17.4% of total crimes, with 136 cases reported, again significantly below the UK average. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and springtime outdoor activity—may have contributed to fluctuations in certain crime types. For instance, the increase in shoplifting could be linked to higher foot traffic in retail areas during the Easter period, while the low levels of vehicle crime may reflect the area's lower density of parking lots and car parks. The data also highlights a consistent trend of low rates for theft from the person and drug-related offences, which are both 100% below the UK average. This suggests that the area's demographic profile, which includes a mix of residential communities and limited industrial zones, may contribute to its relatively secure environment. The overall crime rate, while showing a 3.4% increase from March, remains firmly within a range that indicates strong community safety measures and effective policing strategies.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting incidents, with 54 cases reported compared to 27 in March. This surge aligns with the Easter period, when retail activity and foot traffic in the area may have temporarily intensified. Vehicle crime also rose by 47.2%, from 36 to 53 cases, a shift that may reflect increased outdoor activity during spring. Conversely, robbery incidents dropped by 90% (from 10 to 1), a dramatic decrease that could indicate the effectiveness of local anti-crime measures or a reduction in opportunistic offences. Violent crime remained lower than the UK average, with 247 incidents recorded at 1.4 per 1,000 residents—45% below the national rate. Anti-social behaviour also fell below the UK average by 34%, with 136 cases reported. These figures suggest that while certain crime types are rising, the area continues to perform well against national benchmarks in key categories.

South Cambridgeshire's crime rate in April 2024 rose by 3.4% compared to March 2024, moving from 4.4 to 4.5 per 1,000 residents. While this marks a slight upward trend, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, which stood at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, 26 crimes were reported in April—a figure that, while consistent with seasonal fluctuations, reflects the area's generally low crime profile. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 220 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low exposure to crime in this district. When contextualised against the local population of 172,544, this means that the vast majority of residents experience no crime at all during any given month. The slight increase in April may be linked to Easter-related foot traffic or springtime activity patterns, though the overall trajectory remains stable compared to previous months.