Crime Rate in Peckover: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Peckover

The total recorded crimes in Peckover, Fenland, UK in March 2025 are around 38 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Peckover crime rate of 111.96 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 Peckover, encompassing approximately 339 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Shoplifting: (18) incidents (63.64% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Peckover Crime Hotspots

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

  • Mile Tree Lane with total crimes: 17
  • Sandyland with total crimes: 3
  • Burcroft Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Peckover?

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

  • Relative to Fenland:

    • In 2024, Peckover reported a higher crime volume than the Fenland average, with 510 crimes compared to 427. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Peckover witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, Peckover experienced a greater number of crimes than the Fenland average, with 399 crimes compared to 389. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Peckover witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Peckover Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Peckover has recorded 38 crimes with crime rate of 111.96 ranking 9th out of 23 in the Fenland, UK

In 2024, the total Peckover crimes were 510. The crime rate of Peckover in 2024 was 1502.65 (year) or 125.22 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Fenland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Peckover were around 399 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1175.60 (year) or 97.97 (month) ranking 9 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
Clarkson40 8486 8501 7
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

Peckover Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (18 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (36 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (20 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 121 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20259
January 20259
December 20249
November 20248
October 202413
September 202419
August 202413
July 20245
June 202420
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 34 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
July 20241
June 202410
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 78 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20257
January 20256
December 202410
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20249
July 20245
June 202414
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
July 20243
June 20244
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 126 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 36 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202511
January 20255
December 20243
November 20248
October 20242
September 202410
August 20242
July 20245
June 202436
May 202412
April 202414

A total of 28 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 8 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
June 20244

A total of 4 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 9 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
June 20248

High Crime Locations Peckover in March 2025

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

1. Mile Tree Lane (Map)
Total17
Shoplifting15
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Sandyland (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
3. Burcroft Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1
4. Old Market (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. North End (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
6. Barton Green (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. West Parade (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. The Lawns (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Summerfield Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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