South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of South Cambridgeshire in November 2025 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property-related offences, shaped by local demographics and seasonal factors. With a crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents—34.2% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000—the area continues to demonstrate a relatively low overall crime burden. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (14.8%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). This pattern contrasts with UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 42% lower in South Cambridgeshire than nationally, but criminal damage and arson are 13% higher. Seasonal influences appear to play a role, particularly as November’s dark evenings and Bonfire Night may have amplified anti-social behaviour and public order incidents. Conversely, shoplifting rates in the area are 68% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the region’s limited retail density outside major towns. The balance of crime types suggests a community where interpersonal conflicts and property damage are more prevalent than theft from individuals, possibly reflecting a mix of suburban and rural environments where social interactions and infrastructure maintenance are key factors. While the overall rate remains low, the prominence of violence and anti-social behaviour highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas and during peak social activity periods.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with bicycle theft surging by 112.5% (from 8 to 17 incidents), marking the most significant increase in the month. This rise may be linked to the influx of cyclists during the autumn season, combined with reduced visibility due to shorter daylight hours. Drug-related crimes also rose sharply by 39.5%, suggesting potential shifts in local drug market dynamics or increased police focus on related offences. In contrast, anti-social behaviour decreased by 8.9% (from 135 to 123 incidents), possibly reflecting improved community policing efforts or a natural dip in seasonal disturbances. The area’s performance against UK averages reveals mixed outcomes: while violence and sexual offences remain 42% below the national rate, criminal damage and arson are 13% higher, a figure that may reflect the region’s older housing stock and rural land use. Shoplifting is 68% below the UK average, a disparity that aligns with South Cambridgeshire’s lower concentration of high-street retail compared to urban centres. Residents may find the 3.2% increase in overall crime rate from October (4.7 to 4.8 per 1,000) particularly relevant, as it underscores the need for continued vigilance during the year-end holiday season.

The crime rate in South Cambridgeshire rose slightly in November 2025, from 4.7 to 4.8 per 1,000 residents—a 3.2% increase compared to the previous month. This shift, though modest, places the area’s monthly exposure at approximately one reported crime for every 208 residents, a figure that provides context for the likelihood of encountering crime in daily life. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 28 crimes per day, a localised metric that does not directly compare to UK-wide averages but offers a tangible sense of frequency. When viewed against the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, South Cambridgeshire’s rate remains significantly lower, reflecting a broader pattern of relative safety in the region. However, the 3.2% increase from October suggests that seasonal factors—such as the approach of Christmas shopping and the impact of darker evenings—may be contributing to a slight uptick in reported incidents. The population context further illustrates that, despite the rise, the area’s crime burden remains manageable compared to national benchmarks, with violent crime and anti-social behaviour continuing to be the most pressing concerns for local authorities and residents alike.