Crime Rate in St Andrews: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Andrews

The total recorded crimes in St Andrews, Fenland, UK in July 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Andrews crime rate of 0.25 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (66.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
St Andrews Crime Hotspots

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

  • Braemar Gardens with total crimes: 4
  • Market Street with total crimes: 4
  • Hardy'S Lane with total crimes: 2

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 areas in the Fenland.

    • 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 areas in the Fenland.

  • 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 July 2025 the St Andrews has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 0.25 ranking 18th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (St Andrews)CrimesRank (St Andrews)CrimesRank (St Andrews)
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
Lattersey24 14171 20202 17
Staithe18 21243 16243 15
Stonald12 22224 17187 18
Kirkgate20 19198 18185 19
Wenneye19 20167 21116 23
The Mills6 24155 23128 22
Birch10 23124 24106 24

St Andrews 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 51 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 202512
May 20257
April 20257
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20244

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20242
October 20241
August 20245

A total of 104 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 202512
April 202514
March 202510
February 202510
January 20254
December 20242
November 20244
October 202411
September 202413
August 20249

A total of 14 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
March 20254
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
August 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251

A total of 27 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20248

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 1 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

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

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations St Andrews in July 2025

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

1. Braemar Gardens (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Market Street (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Hardy'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
4. Marne Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. The Limes (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. St Marys Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Barr'S Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Horsegate (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. Whitmore Street (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. A605 (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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