Longstanton and Northstowe Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Longstanton and Northstowe’s crime rate in November 2025 (7.1 per 1,000 residents) places it 2.7% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slightly safer profile than the national picture. This built-up area within South Cambridgeshire saw violence and sexual offences dominate with 18 incidents (36% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (10 cases) and criminal damage and arson (6 cases). The seasonal context of November—marked by darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and Black Friday shopping—likely contributes to the spike in anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes. Violence rates (2.6 per 1,000) align closely with the UK average, while anti-social behaviour and criminal damage rates significantly exceed national norms, suggesting localized pressures that may stem from community dynamics or transient populations. The area’s relatively low burglary rate (0.7 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK average, potentially reflecting effective local security measures or a lower density of high-value properties. As a semi-urban commuter hub with a mix of residential and commercial areas, the crime profile reflects the interplay of local amenities and seasonal activity, though the absence of major violent crime spikes indicates controlled environments.

November saw a dramatic 100% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 0 to 2 cases—a stark contrast to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Other theft also surged by 100% (0 to 3), possibly linked to Black Friday shopping and increased foot traffic. Criminal damage and arson cases jumped from 0 to 6, a 100% rise, potentially influenced by Bonfire Night events. These increases highlight vulnerabilities in securing personal property and public spaces during peak retail and festive periods. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), aligning with the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This decline may indicate successful community policing efforts or reduced illicit activity. Other theft (3 cases) remains 22% below the UK average, suggesting effective local deterrents. The area’s violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) matches the UK average, but anti-social behaviour (1.4 per 1,000) is 32% above national figures, pointing to localized challenges in managing community interactions. Residents may find the sharp rise in bicycle theft particularly concerning, as it underscores the need for improved cycle storage solutions in public areas.

The area’s crime rate in November (7.1 per 1,000) represents a 25% increase from October’s rate of 5.7 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, residents face roughly 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while modest, underscores the need for vigilance during peak activity periods. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 141 residents experienced a reported crime, a monthly exposure rate that, when contextualized with the area’s population of 7,036, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. This figure, however, does not account for unreported crimes or variations in resident perception. The previous month’s lower rate may have been influenced by seasonal factors such as shorter evenings and fewer major events, whereas November’s darker nights and festive activities likely intensified certain crime types. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the 25% monthly increase, the area remains within a manageable range of incidents, particularly when compared to the UK average. This suggests that local policing strategies and community engagement efforts may be effectively mitigating broader risks, even as specific pockets of concern—like anti-social behaviour—emerge.