Crime Rate in St Neots East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in St Neots East

The total recorded crimes in St Neots East, Huntingdonshire, UK in March 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a St Neots East crime rate of 7.34 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 Neots East, encompassing approximately 4,768 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (16) incidents (14.29% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (-22.22% decrease)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
St Neots East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Nuffield Road with total crimes: 8
  • Ash Tree Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Cambridge Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is St Neots East?

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

  • Relative to Huntingdonshire:

    • In 2024, St Neots East demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Huntingdonshire average, with 291 crimes compared to 579.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, St Neots East recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, St Neots East had fewer crimes than the Huntingdonshire average, with 202 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, St Neots East recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

St Neots East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the St Neots East has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 7.34 ranking 16th out of 25 in the Huntingdonshire, UK

In 2024, the total St Neots East crimes were 291. The crime rate of St Neots East in 2024 was 61.03 (year) or 5.09 (month) ranking it 19 dangerous area in the Huntingdonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in St Neots East were around 202 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.36 (year) or 3.53 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the Huntingdonshire.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Huntingdonshire)CrimesRank (Huntingdonshire)CrimesRank (Huntingdonshire)
Huntingdon North333 12,704 12,261 1
St Neots Eynesbury99 21,279 21,025 2
Yaxley71 4772 6817 3
Ramsey64 6995 3798 4
The Stukeleys77 3915 4605 8
St Neots Eatons61 9642 8765 5
St Ives South56 11800 5724 6
Godmanchester & Hemingford Abbots66 5610 10438 15
Brampton57 10703 7712 7
Sawtry63 7614 9569 9
St Neots Priory Park & Little Paxton62 8493 14519 10
Hemingford Grey & Houghton43 12556 12491 11
Fenstanton41 13578 11472 12
Huntingdon East22 19523 13467 13
Warboys38 15370 16464 14
Holywell-cum-Needingworth40 14477 15299 17
Kimbolton30 17320 17332 16
St Ives East22 18295 18287 18
Stilton, Folksworth & Washingley16 21289 20261 19
Great Paxton17 20122 24101 26
Buckden13 23171 21165 21
Great Staughton12 24161 22158 22
St Ives West15 22112 25132 25
Alconbury10 26142 23152 23
Somersham10 25109 26149 24

St Neots East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour 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 (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime 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 September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 138 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202516
February 202514
January 20259
December 202412
November 202416
October 202410
September 20249
August 202412
July 20248
June 202410
May 20249
April 202413

A total of 61 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.08 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20259
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20242
September 20243
August 20246
July 20246
June 20244
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 5 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 30 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20242
November 20248
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
April 20241

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
September 20244
July 20241
June 20244
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations St Neots East in March 2025

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

1. Nuffield Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Vehicle crime1
2. Ash Tree Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Cambridge Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Wilcox Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Embry Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Nuffield Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cambridge Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
8. Wood Ridge Crescent (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Achurch Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Dixy Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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