Crime Rate in Kirkgate: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kirkgate

The total recorded crimes in Kirkgate, Fenland, UK in July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kirkgate crime rate of 6.18 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 Kirkgate, encompassing approximately 3,236 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (40.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Kirkgate Crime Hotspots

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

  • Old Bell Way with total crimes: 3
  • Fenmen Place with total crimes: 2
  • Lynn Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Kirkgate?

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

  • Relative to Fenland:

    • In 2024, Kirkgate demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Fenland average, with 198 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kirkgate recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 23 other areas in the Fenland.

    • In 2023, Kirkgate had fewer crimes than the Fenland average, with 185 crimes compared to 389. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kirkgate recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 23 other areas in the Fenland.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kirkgate Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Kirkgate has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 6.18 ranking 19th out of 23 in the Fenland, UK

In 2024, the total Kirkgate crimes were 198. The crime rate of Kirkgate in 2024 was 61.18 (year) or 5.10 (month) ranking it 18 dangerous area in the Fenland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kirkgate were around 185 crimes with yearly crime rate of 57.17 (year) or 4.76 (month) ranking 19 most dangerous area in the Fenland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kirkgate)CrimesRank (Kirkgate)CrimesRank (Kirkgate)
Medworth121 11,488 11,345 1
March North98 2954 2823 2
Octavia Hill75 3879 3713 3
March East66 4681 4687 4
March West63 5657 5664 5
Waterlees Village40 10465 9531 6
Peckover26 13510 6399 9
Slade Lode46 6303 12167 20
Clarkson44 8486 8501 7
Elm & Christchurch40 9493 7337 12
Doddington & Wimblington44 7287 14223 16
Roman Bank37 11427 10453 8
Parson Drove & Wisbech St Mary22 17297 13340 10
Bassenhally24 15392 11338 11
Manea28 12159 22131 21
Benwick, Coates & Eastrea23 16190 19262 13
St Andrews20 18287 15245 14
Lattersey24 14171 20202 17
Staithe18 21243 16243 15
Stonald12 22224 17187 18
Wenneye19 20167 21116 23
The Mills6 24155 23128 22
Birch10 23124 24106 24

Kirkgate Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 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 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (3 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Drugs dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Criminal damage and arson were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 71 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 20258
April 20257
March 20257
February 20254
January 20251
December 202410
November 20245
October 20243
September 20241
August 202410

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20255
May 20255
April 20253
March 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20251
December 20243
October 20242

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
April 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
February 20252
January 20253
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
April 20253
December 20243
August 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20243

High Crime Locations Kirkgate in July 2025

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

1. Old Bell Way (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Fenmen Place (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
3. Lynn Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Old Lynn Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Steeple View (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
6. Baxter Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Rectory Gardens (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
8. Fenland Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Clarence Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. York Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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