Sawston Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Sawston's crime profile in October 2025, accounting for 57.8% of all reported crimes. At 6.2 per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate remains 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively safe environment despite recent spikes. The prominence of violent crime—26 incidents compared to just 6 property crimes—contrasts sharply with the national trend, where property crime typically outweighs violent crime in many areas. This imbalance may be linked to local factors, such as the town's proximity to Cambridge University, which could influence social dynamics and community interactions. Seasonal factors also likely played a role, as October's shorter evenings and Halloween festivities may have contributed to increased alcohol-related incidents and public disorder. The 3.6 per 1,000 rate for violence and sexual offences is 35% above the UK average, suggesting that targeted interventions may be necessary to address this specific category. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and criminal damage saw significant increases, tied to the transition into colder weather and reduced daylight hours. These patterns highlight the need for community-focused strategies to manage rising violent crime while maintaining the area's overall safety record.

October 2025 saw a dramatic 116.7% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 12 to 26 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 400% jump in criminal damage and arson (from 1 to 5 cases), underscores a shift toward more severe crime types. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, reaching 9 incidents—a 200% increase from September. Violent crime rates in Sawston (3.6 per 1,000) are 35% higher than the UK average for this category, highlighting a localised challenge. Conversely, burglary rates fell by 50% (from 2 to 1 case), and public order offences dropped 43% below the UK average. These divergent trends suggest that while certain crime types are escalating, others are stabilising or declining, potentially reflecting seasonal influences or targeted policing efforts.

Sawston's crime rate in October 2025 rose sharply by 104.7% compared to the previous month, jumping from 3.0 to 6.2 per 1,000 residents. This increase, while significant, still places the area 19.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, reflecting a manageable local frequency. When scaled to the population of 7,304, this equates to one crime occurring for roughly every 162 residents over the course of the month. Such figures provide a tangible sense of the monthly exposure to crime, highlighting that while the rate has risen, the absolute number remains low in absolute terms. The shift in crime mix—from a more property-focused profile in prior months to a dominance of violent offences—suggests evolving patterns that may warrant closer observation alongside local factors like seasonal transitions.