Crime Rate in St Ives West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Ives West

The total recorded crimes in St Ives West, Huntingdonshire, UK in July 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Ives West crime rate of 3.09 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 Ives West, encompassing approximately 4,857 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
St Ives West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Old Ramsey Road with total crimes: 3
  • Ramsey Road with total crimes: 2
  • Clark Drive with total crimes: 2

How safe is St Ives West?

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

  • Relative to Huntingdonshire:

    • In 2024, St Ives West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Huntingdonshire average, with 112 crimes compared to 579.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Ives West recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Huntingdonshire.

    • In 2023, St Ives West had fewer crimes than the Huntingdonshire average, with 132 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Ives West recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Huntingdonshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Huntingdonshire, St Ives West has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

St Ives West Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the St Ives West has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 3.09 ranking 22th out of 25 in the Huntingdonshire, UK

In 2024, the total St Ives West crimes were 112. The crime rate of St Ives West in 2024 was 23.06 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Huntingdonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Ives West were around 132 crimes with yearly crime rate of 27.18 (year) or 2.26 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the Huntingdonshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (St Ives West)CrimesRank (St Ives West)CrimesRank (St Ives West)
Huntingdon North263 12,704 12,261 1
St Neots Eynesbury148 21,279 21,025 2
Yaxley76 5772 6817 3
Ramsey70 6995 3798 4
The Stukeleys85 3915 4605 8
St Ives South81 4800 5724 6
St Neots Eatons65 7642 8765 5
Brampton59 10703 7712 7
Godmanchester & Hemingford Abbots60 8610 10438 15
Sawtry48 13614 9569 9
St Neots Priory Park & Little Paxton60 9493 14519 10
Hemingford Grey & Houghton47 14556 12491 11
Fenstanton57 12578 11472 12
St Neots East58 11291 19202 20
Huntingdon East37 17523 13467 13
Warboys43 15370 16464 14
Holywell-cum-Needingworth40 16477 15299 17
Kimbolton33 18320 17332 16
St Ives East23 20295 18287 18
Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley29 19289 20261 19
Buckden12 24171 21165 21
Somersham19 21109 26149 24
Great Staughton8 26161 22158 22
Alconbury14 23142 23152 23
Great Paxton8 25122 24101 26

St Ives West 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 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

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

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20254
April 20258
March 20251
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20245
September 20243
August 20245

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20251

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20252
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 55 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20252
April 20259
March 20257
February 20254
January 20253
December 20244
November 20247
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
December 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 8 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
October 20241

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

MonthCount
May 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20252
September 20242

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

MonthCount
February 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations St Ives West in July 2025

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

1. Old Ramsey Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Ramsey Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Clark Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Elm Drive (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Hurstingstone (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
6. Shakespeare Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Green How (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1
9. Thorndown Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Goldie Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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