Tackling bike theft in Cambridge

Cambridge is known as the capital of cycling in the UK and has always had a strong association with bicycles with good provision for cycling and cyclists.

Bicycle crime is a recognised issue in Cambridge and by far the most prevalent single offence category in the city with cycle thefts being reported daily.

As well as the obvious inconvenience and upset caused by a theft, cycles are often the main form of transport to and from work, college or university for their owners.

Police in Cambridge are working closely with partners across the city to combat theft through cycle awareness days, bike marking with Immobilise, education, catching offenders and recovering stolen bikes with proactive patrols.

All cycle theft is recorded and assessed as to whether or not there is a proportionate line of enquiry to follow that may allow officers to solve the crime. All trends are reviewed and analysed to identify bike-theft hotspots.

We urge cyclists to ensure their bike is secured with at least one decent lock, as well as being marked and registered to increase the chance of it being returned if it is stolen.

Read more about further bike crime prevention advice