South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Cambridgeshire's February 2025 crime rate of 4.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 38.8% below the UK average, reflecting a consistently low-crime profile. The area's crime mix was dominated by violence and sexual offences (35.6% of all reported crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (17.3%) and shoplifting (8.9%). This balance between violent and property crimes is noteworthy, as the two categories were nearly equal in number—249 violent crimes versus 247 property crimes—contrasting with many urban areas where property crime typically outweighs violent crime. The seasonal context of February, a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have influenced patterns: anti-social behaviour, which often peaks during colder, darker evenings, accounted for a significant portion of incidents. However, shoplifting's sharp rise to 62 cases (up from 35 in January) suggests other dynamics at play, such as the timing of retail promotions or increased indoor activity. The area's lower-than-average rates for categories like vehicle crime (19% below the UK average) and burglary (26% below) align with its likely suburban and rural character, where fewer high-density retail zones or nightlife areas may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. These patterns underscore the interplay between geographic factors and local demographics in shaping crime trends, even as the overall rate remains well below national benchmarks.

February 2025 marked a notable shift in crime patterns, with shoplifting surging by 77.1% to 62 incidents, reflecting a sharp rise from 35 in January. This increase may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the pre-spring lull in outdoor activity prompting more indoor retail visits. Meanwhile, public order offences rose by 59.3% to 43 incidents, potentially tied to the closure of seasonal events or the transition from winter to spring. Conversely, bicycle theft fell by 55.6% to 4 incidents, due to reduced outdoor activity in colder weather. The balance between property and violent crimes was particularly striking: with 249 violent crimes and 247 property crimes, the area saw near-parity between the two categories, a contrast to many regions where property crime dominates. Violent crime rates in South Cambridgeshire were 40% below the UK average, suggesting that community-focused policing or the area's demographic composition—likely including a mix of older residents and commuters—may play a role in this trend.

South Cambridgeshire's crime rate in February 2025 rose 11% from the previous month, climbing to 4.1 per 1,000 residents from 3.7 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 25 reported crimes per day, a figure that situates the area within a low-crime bracket compared to national averages. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 247 residents, a monthly exposure that is lower than the UK average when scaled to the same population size. The local population of 172,544 means that the crime rate remains well below the national benchmark, with violent crimes at 1.4 per 1,000 and property crimes at 0.4 per 1,000. This consistency with the UK's overall low-crime profile for specific categories—such as shoplifting and anti-social behaviour—suggests that the area's demographic and geographic factors, including its mix of rural and suburban landscapes, may contribute to its generally stable crime environment.