Waterbeach Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In May 2025, Waterbeach reported 26 crimes, equating to 4.9 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 39.5% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000, highlighting a safer environment compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 12 incidents (46.2% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (5 cases, 19.2%) and criminal damage and arson (3 cases, 11.5%). The seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings, bank holidays, and increased outdoor socialising—may partly explain the higher incidence of violent crimes compared to earlier months. Anti-social behaviour, which saw a sharp rise in the preceding months, remained a significant concern.9 per 1,000 was still 37% below the UK average. The area’s relatively low crime rate could be attributed to its small, residential character, with limited commercial or nightlife hubs that might otherwise drive certain types of offences. However, the data also reveals a surprising anomaly: bicycle theft in Waterbeach was 0.2 per 1,000, 150% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This could suggest a growing trend in cycling infrastructure or increased vulnerability due to the area’s compact layout, though further local analysis would be needed to confirm this hypothesis. The overall crime profile for Waterbeach in May illustrates a balance between low overall rates and specific categories that deviate from the national norm, underscoring the importance of tailored community safety strategies.

May 2025 saw a 100% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 6 to 12 cases, and a 150% surge in anti-social behaviour, jumping from 2 to 5 incidents. These spikes contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences, which was 2.8 per 1,000 (19% below Waterbeach’s 2.3 per 1,000). The sharp rise in anti-social behaviour may be linked to the longer evenings and increased social activity typical of May, though the rate remains significantly below the UK average. Bicycle theft, while low in absolute terms (1 case), was 150% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, suggesting a potential vulnerability in local cycling security measures. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained rare, with rates below the UK average for both categories. The crime mix in Waterbeach shifted slightly toward violent offences, with 46.2% of total crimes falling under this category, compared to 19.2% for anti-social behaviour. This shift highlights the need for targeted policing around community spaces and public events, which may have seen increased use during the month. Residents should be particularly vigilant regarding bicycle security, given the disproportionate rate of theft compared to the national average.

Waterbeach’s crime rate in May 2025 (4.9 per 1,000) marked an 116.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000, reflecting a notable upward trend. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the importance of consistent community vigilance. When scaled to the local population of 5,344, this translates to one reported crime for every 206 residents over the course of the month—a stark reminder of the visibility of crime in a small, close-knit community. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, where residents face a higher frequency of crime. However, the sharp rise in violent crimes and anti-social behaviour compared to April highlights the potential impact of seasonal factors such as bank holidays and extended daylight hours on local crime dynamics. While Waterbeach remains a safer area than the UK average overall, the month-on-month increase suggests that short-term fluctuations in activity and socialising patterns can influence crime trends. Residents may find the daily crime count (one per day) a useful benchmark for understanding the local context, even as broader comparisons to the UK average reinforce the area’s generally secure environment.