South Cambridgeshire Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Cambridgeshire's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This places the district among the safest areas in the country, though the slight monthly increase from 4.7 per 1,000 in August raises questions about emerging trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 35.2% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.9%) and criminal damage and arson (8.1%). These figures align with the area's character as a mix of rural and suburban communities, where high streets and local amenities may contribute to anti-social behaviour. The seasonal context of September—back-to-school periods and university freshers—likely influences patterns, with increased foot traffic potentially driving some crimes. However, the district's overall safety remains starkly evident: violent crime rates are 34% below the UK average, and anti-social behaviour is 23% below national levels. This suggests that local initiatives, such as community policing or targeted interventions, may be effective. Burglary rates in South Cambridgeshire are 43% above the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect specific vulnerabilities in property security or demographic factors. Despite this, the area's crime profile remains significantly lower than the national average, illustrating a combination of local conditions and broader national trends.

September 2025 saw a sharp rise in theft from the person, with incidents jumping 300% from one to four. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may reflect heightened awareness or seasonal factors linked to university freshers. Conversely, robbery fell by 40%, suggesting possible improvements in security measures or reduced opportunities. Drug-related crimes also rose sharply by 106.7%, potentially tied to the start of the academic year and increased social activity. Burglary increased by 55.8%, a concerning trend that contrasts with the UK average for this category, which is 0.3 per 1,000. However, other categories like vehicle crime dropped by 32.7%, due to reduced daylight hours or changes in commuter patterns. Violence and sexual offences, the most common crime type (35.2% of total), remain 34% below the UK average, indicating effective community policing in this area.

South Cambridgeshire's crime rate in September 2025 rose slightly to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, a 4.7% increase from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 28 crimes reported daily across the district, with one crime occurring for every 205 residents over the course of the month. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the upward trend suggests a need to monitor local factors. The monthly exposure figure—1-in-205 residents—provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though it remains far lower than the UK average. Population context shows that the 172,544 residents here face a crime rate that is 33.8% below the national average, highlighting the area's relative safety despite the small monthly increase. This contrast with the UK's higher rates underscores the effectiveness of local policing or community factors that keep crime levels low.