Cam Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile in Cam during June 2023 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence and sexual offences dominating the mix. At 4.1 crimes per 1,000 residents, the area's overall crime rate is 51.8% below the UK average of 8.5, a significant deviation that suggests a combination of local factors and broader demographic trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 34.3% of all crimes, followed by other theft (17.1%) and criminal damage and arson (11.4%). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 2.9 per 1,000 (34% of total crimes), but other theft and public order offences are more prevalent nationally. Cam's lower rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and public order offences (0.2 per 1,000) may reflect its built-up nature and limited industrial presence, which reduces opportunities for such crimes. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer days—could influence patterns, with potential increases in outdoor activity and tourism affecting crime types. However, the data shows no significant rise in theft from the person or anti-social behaviour, which might indicate that local community initiatives or environmental design features are effective in mitigating such risks. The relatively low rate of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.3) could also be attributed to the area's compact layout and lower density of high-value properties. While direct causal links, the balance of crime types suggests a community that prioritises safety through both geographic and social factors.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in Cam's crime mix, with burglary and 'other crime' categories increasing by 100% compared to May, while anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime decreased significantly. The rise in burglary from 0 to 1 incident highlights a potential vulnerability in property security, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. Conversely, the 66.7% drop in anti-social behaviour from 9 to 3 incidents may reflect seasonal changes, with warmer weather and extended daylight hours reducing opportunities for such crimes. The category of 'other crime'—which includes unclassified or less common offences—jumped from 0 to 3, a 100% increase that warrants closer examination to determine if this reflects underreporting or a genuine shift in crime patterns. Meanwhile, shoplifting rose by 50% (from 2 to 3 incidents), a small but notable change that could be linked to increased foot traffic during summer. Cam's violent crime rate (1.4 per 1,000) is 52% below the UK average (2.9 per 1,000), a stark contrast to the national trend where violence and sexual offences are more prevalent. This disparity may be partly explained by Cam's built-up character, which likely has fewer high-risk areas associated with alcohol consumption or late-night activity. The area's significantly lower rates of public order offences (0.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.7) further reinforce the idea that local environmental factors, such as well-lit public spaces or community engagement, play a role in reducing disorder-related crimes.

Cam's crime rate in June 2023 (4.1 per 1,000) marks a 20.3% decrease from May's rate of 5.2, a shift that aligns with broader seasonal patterns observed in similar built-up areas. Over the course of the month, 35 crimes were reported across Cam's 8,519 residents, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 243 residents. This monthly exposure rate, while low, provides a tangible measure of risk for local residents, particularly when compared to the UK's average crime rate. On a daily basis, Cam experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that is significantly lower than the national average of 2.2 daily crimes per 1,000 residents (based on UK data). The population context further highlights Cam's safety: with a rate of 4.1 per 1,000, the area's crime burden is roughly half that of the UK as a whole, a disparity that may be attributed to its compact, community-focused layout and limited industrial activity. The comparison also reveals that Cam's 'other crime' category (0.4 per 1,000) is 167% above the UK average (0.1 per 1,000), a figure that could indicate either a lack of reporting in the national dataset or a unique local phenomenon. However, the area's consistently low rates of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) and burglary (0.1 per 1,000) compared to UK averages (0.5 and 0.3, respectively) suggest that Cam's built-up environment and lower car ownership rates may contribute to this protective effect. These comparative metrics, while informative, do not account for the full picture of local conditions, which may include factors such as resident engagement with local policing or the presence of community-led initiatives.