Crime Rate in Arbury: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Arbury

The total recorded crimes in Arbury, Cambridge, UK in March 2025 are around 59 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Arbury crime rate of 1.28 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Arbury, encompassing approximately 45,925 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (21) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Arbury Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5
  • Blackhall Road with total crimes: 5
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4

How safe is Arbury?

To understand the safety of Arbury, we need to analyze Arbury crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Cambridge:

    • In 2024, Arbury demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cambridge average, with 840 crimes compared to 1553.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Arbury recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other cities.

    • In 2023, Arbury had fewer crimes than the Cambridge average, with 876 crimes compared to 1,207. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Arbury recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 13 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cambridge, Arbury has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Arbury Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Arbury has recorded 59 crimes with crime rate of 0.30 ranking 12th out of 13 in the Cambridge, UK

In 2024, the total Arbury crimes were 840. The crime rate of Arbury in 2024 was 18.29 (year) or 1.52 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Cambridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Arbury were around 876 crimes with yearly crime rate of 19.07 (year) or 1.59 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Cambridge.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cambridge)CrimesRank (Cambridge)CrimesRank (Cambridge)
Market496 16,735 14,255 1
Petersfield165 22,017 21,755 2
Abbey113 61,650 31,392 3
King's Hedges139 31,482 41,389 4
Castle134 41,291 6821 10
East Chesterton133 51,285 71,087 5
Coleridge60 111,367 51,010 7
West Chesterton98 71,201 81,070 6
Romsey70 10885 11957 8
Trumpington84 8978 9564 13
Queen Edith's77 9913 10770 11
Cherry Hinton48 13718 13711 12
Newnham38 14375 14244 14

Arbury Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (30 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20248
August 20242
July 20246
May 20243
April 20245

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
September 20244
August 20242
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 257 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 21.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202514
January 202520
December 202418
November 202412
October 202421
September 202430
August 202421
July 202416
June 202442
May 202419
April 202423

A total of 17 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 58 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20255
December 20245
November 20244
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 138 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 202511
December 20243
November 20243
October 20249
September 20249
August 202420
July 202412
June 202426
May 202416
April 202415

A total of 47 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20245
August 20241
July 20241
June 202410
May 20245
April 20248

A total of 79 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20259
December 20243
November 20246
October 20242
September 20247
August 20247
July 20248
June 202416
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
January 20253
December 20246
November 20242
October 20242
September 20246
August 20245
July 20242
June 202416
May 202414
April 20243

A total of 54 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20245
October 20242
September 20247
August 20245
July 20244
June 20248
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.12 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20242

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
September 20242
April 20241

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 11 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20242
June 20248
April 20241

High Crime Locations Arbury in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Arbury postcode area is presented below.

1. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Burglary1
2. Blackhall Road (Map)
Total5
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Bicycle theft1
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
4. Hazelwood Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Perse Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Mere Way (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Topham Way (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Stretten Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Erasmus Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1

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