Teversham Crime Rate

Teversham presents a crime rate of 85.5 per 1,000 residents, which is lower than the UK national average of 91.6. With a safety score of 78/100, the area is considered relatively safe, aligning closely with the UK average safety score of 79. However, the recent trend indicates a significant upward movement, with total reported incidents increasing by 26.2% year-over-year. This rise suggests that while Teversham remains safer than many urban centres, residents should remain vigilant as local crime patterns evolve.

The primary crime types in Teversham are violence and sexual offences (48.1%), anti-social behaviour (12.6%), and public order offences (8.2%). Property crime, which includes burglary, vehicle crime, and various thefts, occurs at a rate of 16.5 per 1,000 residents. This is significantly lower than the UK average property crime rate of 32.2. Burglary itself accounts for only 3.7% of total crime. For local homeowners, this suggests that while the overall risk of property-related offences is lower than in many urban areas, basic security remains a sensible precaution against the combined volume of theft and criminal damage.

Teversham has seen a 26.2% increase in crime compared to the previous year. Monthly data shows significant volatility; the year began with a rate of 11.4 in January, followed by a steady decline through the spring to a low of 3.8 in May. However, a sharp spike occurred in September, with the rate climbing to 13.3 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend suggests that while the area remains generally safe, the increasing frequency of incidents requires heightened community awareness.

How To Keep Safe in Teversham

Violence and sexual offences are the most frequently reported crime type in Teversham. To enhance your personal safety:

1. Stay aware of your surroundings, particularly when walking alone at night, and stick to well-lit, familiar routes.
2. If you feel you are being followed, head immediately towards a public place like a shop or petrol station.
3. Keep your mobile phone charged and accessible, but avoid using it in a way that distracts you from your environment.
4. When using taxis or public transport, plan your journey in advance and let a friend or family member know your expected arrival time.

Crime in Teversham exhibits distinct time-based patterns. Morning and afternoon periods are heavily dominated by theft-related offences, with each accounting for 41% of total crimes during those hours. As the day transitions into the evening, "other" crime types become the primary concern, making up 68% of reports between 6pm and 12am. The night-time period (12am - 6am) sees a notable shift toward property threats, with burglary reaching its peak frequency at 20% and vehicle crime at its highest at 11%.

Compared to neighbouring areas, Teversham's crime rate of 85.5 is higher than the rural villages of Fen Ditton and Stow cum Quy, which both recorded zero crimes. It is also more active than Fulbourn, which has a rate of 35.4. However, Teversham remains slightly safer than the nearby city of Cambridge, where the crime rate is 88.8 per 1,000 people. This context shows Teversham as a mid-point between quiet rural settlements and busier urban environments.

With a property crime rate of 16.5 per 1,000, Teversham residents face a moderate risk of theft and burglary. Traditional security measures, such as basic CCTV or video doorbells, are often reactive, providing evidence only after a crime has occurred. For genuine prevention, an AI-powered system like scOS is recommended. By detecting potential threats at the property boundary, scOS can intervene before a break-in occurs. Its autonomous response features, including light and speaker activation, destroy the element of surprise that burglars rely on, making your property a much less attractive target.