Crime Rate in Clarkson: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Clarkson

The total recorded crimes in Clarkson, Fenland, UK in March 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clarkson crime rate of 10.65 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 Clarkson, encompassing approximately 3,757 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (9) incidents (80.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (75.00% increase)
Clarkson Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mount Pleasant Road with total crimes: 8
  • Norwich Road with total crimes: 6
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4

How safe is Clarkson?

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

  • Relative to Fenland:

    • In 2024, Clarkson reported a higher crime volume than the Fenland average, with 486 crimes compared to 427. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Clarkson witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Clarkson experienced a greater number of crimes than the Fenland average, with 501 crimes compared to 389. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Clarkson witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Fenland, Clarkson has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Clarkson Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Clarkson has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 10.65 ranking 8th out of 23 in the Fenland, UK

In 2024, the total Clarkson crimes were 486. The crime rate of Clarkson in 2024 was 129.36 (year) or 10.78 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Fenland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Clarkson were around 501 crimes with yearly crime rate of 133.35 (year) or 11.11 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Fenland.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Fenland)CrimesRank (Fenland)CrimesRank (Fenland)
Medworth99 11,488 11,345 1
March North78 3954 2823 2
Octavia Hill86 2879 3713 3
March East76 4681 4687 4
March West53 5657 5664 5
Waterlees Village48 6465 9531 6
Peckover38 9510 6399 9
Elm & Christchurch41 7493 7337 12
Roman Bank37 10427 10453 8
Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary19 16297 13340 10
Bassenhally28 11392 11338 11
Slade Lode23 14303 12167 20
Lattersey26 12171 20202 17
Benwick, Coates & Eastrea9 22190 19262 13
St Andrews23 13287 15245 14
Doddington & Wimblington18 17287 14223 16
Staithe20 15243 16243 15
Stonald17 18224 17187 18
Kirkgate13 19198 18185 19
The Mills11 20155 23128 22
Manea7 23159 22131 21
Wenneye6 24167 21116 23
Birch9 21124 24106 24

Clarkson Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 67 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244
July 20245
June 202416
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 209 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.42 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20257
January 202513
December 202416
November 202417
October 202419
September 202423
August 202419
July 202420
June 202420
May 202420
April 202422

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.55 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
December 202410
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 202410
July 20248
June 20248
May 202410
April 20241

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251

A total of 34 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
July 20242
June 202418
May 20242
April 20243

A total of 19 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
November 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
June 20242

A total of 12 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20244

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
September 20241

High Crime Locations Clarkson in March 2025

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

1. Mount Pleasant Road (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order3
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Norwich Road (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Townshend Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Park Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. William Road (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. King Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
9. Ogden Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. De Havilland Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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