Sawston Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2025, Sawston, a built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, recorded a crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents, placing it 27.4% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reveals a combination of violent and property crimes, with the former dominating the monthly tally. Violent crimes accounted for 35.9% of all incidents (14 cases), compared to 10.3% for property crimes (10 cases), a disparity that may be influenced by local dynamics such as the proximity to Cambridge University, which could drive transient populations and associated risks. The seasonal context of November—marked by the approach of Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and the onset of darker evenings—may have contributed to this imbalance, as increased foot traffic in retail areas and public spaces could elevate opportunities for violent encounters. However, the area’s overall low crime rate, particularly in property categories, suggests that local policing strategies and community engagement efforts have been effective in mitigating risks. The dominance of violent crimes, though, raises questions about whether the area’s character—shaped by its commuter links to Cambridge or its role as a suburban hub—may create conditions where interpersonal conflicts are more prevalent. This pattern contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically hold a larger share, indicating that Sawston’s crime profile reflects distinct local factors.

November 2025 saw a dramatic 300% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from one to four incidents. This surge, coupled with a 300% rise in burglary cases and a 200% increase in possession of weapons, highlights a concerning shift in crime patterns. Violent crimes, while still the most common category, decreased by 46.2% compared to the previous month, suggesting potential interventions or seasonal factors may have influenced this trend. Anti-social behaviour incidents fell by 55.6%, a reduction that may reflect the impact of community-focused initiatives or the early effects of colder weather reducing public gatherings. The area’s drug-related crime rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 122% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the 75% below UK average for vehicle crime. These disparities underscore the need for targeted strategies to address specific vulnerabilities, such as the local overrepresentation of drug-related offences.

Sawston's crime rate in November 2025 (5.3 per 1,000) represents a 13.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.2 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for consistent community vigilance. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 187 residents, a monthly exposure rate that positions Sawston as one of the safer built-up areas in the UK. When scaled to the local population of 7,304, this rate highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives, though it also invites scrutiny of whether such low rates are sustainable during periods of heightened activity, such as Bonfire Night or Black Friday shopping. The population context further illustrates that, despite the relatively low crime rate, the area’s small size means even minor fluctuations can have a noticeable impact on residents’ perceptions of safety.