South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Cambridgeshire's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal influences. The overall crime rate of 4.8 per 1,000 residents, 34.2% below the UK average, highlights the area's consistently low levels of criminal activity. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 31.4% of all reported incidents, a figure that is 42% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its incidence is significantly lower than in other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour follows closely, making up 14.8% of crimes, with a 34% UK deficit that may indicate strong community policing or a generally orderly population. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and darker evenings—may contribute to the elevated share of violence and sexual offences, as these events can increase social interactions in public spaces. Conversely, property crimes like burglary (7.5% of total) and shoplifting (4.0%) remain well below UK averages, consistent with the area's likely mix of rural and suburban environments where high-value targets may be less concentrated. The relatively low rates of vehicle crime and public order offences (57% below UK average) further support the idea of a low-risk area, though the 13% UK surplus in criminal damage and arson suggests occasional incidents that may relate to seasonal activities or local infrastructure.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime types, with bicycle theft surging by 112.5% (8 to 17 cases) and robbery doubling from zero to two incidents. This increase in bicycle theft may partly explain by the colder weather prompting more cyclists to store bikes in public spaces, creating opportunities for theft. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell by 8.9% (135 to 123 cases), a decrease that aligns with the area's generally low levels of such incidents compared to the UK average. Violence and sexual offences, which make up 31.4% of all crimes, remain 42% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This disparity could reflect the area's rural character, where community cohesion may reduce opportunities for violent crime. The rise in drug-related crimes (39.5% increase) contrasts with the 22% UK deficit in other theft, suggesting a combination of local policing priorities and broader national trends.

South Cambridgeshire's crime rate in November 2025 rose slightly to 4.8 per 1,000, a 3.2% increase from the previous month's 4.7. This small upward trend is well below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, underscoring the area's continued safety relative to national benchmarks. On a daily basis, the local figure of 28 crimes per day provides a tangible sense of frequency, though this remains a low number in absolute terms. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 208 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the area's overall security. When scaled to population size, South Cambridgeshire's crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, with fewer incidents per capita despite the slight month-on-month rise. This consistency in low crime rates may reflect effective policing or community engagement strategies from the data alone.