Crime Rate in Cherry Hinton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cherry Hinton

The total recorded crimes in Cherry Hinton, Cambridge, UK in July 2025 are around 67 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cherry Hinton crime rate of 3.54 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 Cherry Hinton, encompassing approximately 18,903 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (29) incidents (38.10% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (17) incidents (54.55% increase)
  • Drugs: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Cherry Hinton Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Bede'S Crescent with total crimes: 7
  • Drayton Road with total crimes: 5
  • Headington Close with total crimes: 4

How safe is Cherry Hinton?

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

  • Relative to Cambridge:

    • In 2024, Cherry Hinton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Cambridge average, with 718 crimes compared to 1553.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Cherry Hinton recorded fewer crimes than 12 out of 13 other areas in the Cambridge.

    • In 2023, Cherry Hinton had fewer crimes than the Cambridge average, with 711 crimes compared to 1,207. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cherry Hinton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the Cambridge.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Cambridge, Cherry Hinton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Cherry Hinton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Cherry Hinton has recorded 67 crimes with crime rate of 3.54 ranking 11th out of 13 in the Cambridge, UK

In 2024, the total Cherry Hinton crimes were 718. The crime rate of Cherry Hinton in 2024 was 37.98 (year) or 3.17 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the Cambridge.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cherry Hinton were around 711 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.61 (year) or 3.13 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Cambridge.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cherry Hinton)CrimesRank (Cherry Hinton)CrimesRank (Cherry Hinton)
Market491 16,735 14,255 1
Petersfield172 22,017 21,755 2
Abbey171 31,650 31,392 3
King's Hedges124 51,482 41,389 4
East Chesterton158 41,285 71,087 5
Coleridge75 101,367 51,010 7
West Chesterton98 71,201 81,070 6
Castle91 91,291 6821 10
Trumpington106 6978 9564 13
Romsey97 8885 11957 8
Arbury67 12840 12876 9
Queen Edith's59 14913 10770 11
Newnham66 13375 14244 14

Cherry Hinton 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 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 17 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (13 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (29 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 111 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.25 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202511
May 202513
April 20258
March 20257
February 20251
January 20253
December 20247
November 20247
October 202411
September 202414
August 202412

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
March 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243

A total of 244 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 29 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202529
June 202521
May 202527
April 202512
March 202518
February 202514
January 202520
December 202415
November 202420
October 202416
September 202423
August 202429

A total of 57 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.18 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20255
May 20255
April 20258
March 20256
February 20257
January 20252
December 20242
November 20247
October 20245
August 20247

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
April 20251
December 20241
August 20242

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 40 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20246

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20256
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20246
September 20242
August 20248

A total of 18 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 34 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20249
November 20243
October 20248
August 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 13 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations Cherry Hinton in July 2025

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

1. St Bede'S Crescent (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Drugs1
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
2. Drayton Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences5
3. Headington Close (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Keates Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Norman Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
6. Chequers Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Church End (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order1
9. Welstead Road (Map)
Total3
Drugs3
10. Colville Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons2

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