South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Cambridgeshire recorded a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents in March 2025, placing it 42.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the national trend highlights the area’s unique crime profile. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 30.7% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (20.3%) and criminal damage and arson (10.8%). These figures suggest a pattern of low-level, community-based crime rather than the more severe incidents typically associated with higher crime areas. The seasonal transition to spring, with longer evenings and the clocks moving forward, may have influenced patterns, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low compared to the UK. Bicycle theft stands out as an anomaly: while the area’s rate (0.1 per 1,000) matches the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), the local figure is described as 67% above the national rate—a discrepancy that warrants careful interpretation. This could reflect local factors, such as the presence of university campuses or commuter routes, which might increase opportunities for such crimes despite the rate being statistically identical. The area’s low crime levels, particularly in violent and property crimes, align with its character as a mix of rural and suburban communities, where strong local policing and community engagement may contribute to a safer environment. However, the rise in bicycle theft suggests targeted efforts may be needed to address this specific issue.

March 2025 saw sharp increases in several crime categories, with possession of weapons rising by 166.7% (3 to 8 incidents) and bicycle theft surging by 125% (4 to 9). Theft from the person also doubled, increasing by 100% (2 to 4), a spike that may reflect heightened awareness or changes in local activity patterns. Conversely, public order offences fell by 32.6% (43 to 29), potentially linked to the seasonal shift as evenings lengthened and community events moved indoors. The crime mix in South Cambridgeshire remains skewed toward property-related and anti-social incidents, with violent crimes (30.7% of total) and anti-social behaviour (20.3%) dominating. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violent crime accounts for 49% of all incidents. The area’s property crime rate (0.9 per 1,000) is 28% below the UK average (1.2 per 1,000), indicating a broader trend of lower property-related offences. Residents might find the 67% increase in bicycle theft—despite matching the UK rate—particularly noteworthy, as it could signal a need for targeted measures in high-traffic areas or university zones.

South Cambridgeshire’s crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 in March 2025 represents an 11.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.1 per 1,000, though it remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 25 crimes per day, a figure that, while modest, reflects the local context of a mixed rural-urban district. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 222 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national benchmarks. With a population of 172,544, the low crime rate translates to a population-scaled perspective where residents face a far lower risk of victimisation than the UK average. This is particularly evident in violent crime, where South Cambridgeshire’s rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 49% below the UK average (2.7 per 1,000). The area’s demographic and geographic characteristics—likely including a mix of affluent suburbs, rural landscapes, and commuter hubs—may contribute to this divergence. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft, despite matching the UK rate, highlights the need for targeted local analysis to address this outlier. Overall, the data reinforces South Cambridgeshire’s position as a relatively safe area, with crime levels that are both seasonally influenced and structurally distinct from the national average.