Crime Rate in St Andrews: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Andrews

The total recorded crimes in St Andrews, Fenland, UK in March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Andrews crime rate of 0.29 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 St Andrews, encompassing approximately 78,695 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
St Andrews Crime Hotspots

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

  • Whitmore Street with total crimes: 6
  • The Limes with total crimes: 6
  • Finkle Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is St Andrews?

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

  • Relative to Fenland:

    • In 2024, St Andrews demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Fenland average, with 287 crimes compared to 427.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Andrews recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Andrews had fewer crimes than the Fenland average, with 245 crimes compared to 389. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Andrews recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St Andrews Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Andrews has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 0.29 ranking 13th out of 23 in the Fenland, UK

In 2024, the total St Andrews crimes were 287. The crime rate of St Andrews in 2024 was 15.76 (year) or 1.31 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Fenland.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Andrews were around 245 crimes with yearly crime rate of 14.60 (year) or 1.22 (month) ranking 14 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
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
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

St Andrews Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241

A total of 135 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 202411
September 202413
August 20249
July 20248
June 202434
May 202412
April 202418

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
October 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 13 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241
April 20242

A total of 36 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20248
June 20244
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 45 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.09 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20244
July 20248
June 20248
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
April 20241

A total of 13 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
August 20242
July 20242
May 20245
April 20243

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
December 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations St Andrews in March 2025

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

1. Whitmore Street (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
Other theft1
2. The Limes (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
3. Finkle Lane (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
4. London Street (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
5. Church Street (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
6. Duddington Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Horsegate (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Market Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Oxford Gardens (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Abbey Way (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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