The total recorded crimes in Downham Villages, East Cambridgeshire, UK in February 2026 are around 7 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Downham Villages crime rate of 22.97 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 Downham Villages, encompassing approximately 304 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Downham Villages, we need to analyze Downham Villages crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to East Cambridgeshire:
In 2024, Downham Villages demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Cambridgeshire average, with 102 crimes compared to 444.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Downham Villages recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the East Cambridgeshire.
In 2023, Downham Villages had fewer crimes than the East Cambridgeshire average, with 103 crimes compared to 374. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Downham Villages recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 13 other areas in the East Cambridgeshire.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in East Cambridgeshire, Downham Villages has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In 2024, the total Downham Villages crimes were 102. The crime rate of Downham Villages in 2024 was 334.76 (year) or 27.90 (month) ranking it 14 dangerous area in the East Cambridgeshire.
In 2023, the total crimes in Downham Villages were around 103 crimes with yearly crime rate of 338.04 (year) or 28.17 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the East Cambridgeshire.
| Area | February 2026 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Downham Villages) | Crimes | Rank (Downham Villages) | Crimes | Rank (Downham Villages) | |
| Littleport | NA | NA | 918 | 1 | 734 | 1 |
| Bottisham | NA | NA | 821 | 2 | 673 | 2 |
| Ely East | NA | NA | 820 | 3 | 606 | 3 |
| Soham South | NA | NA | 606 | 4 | 524 | 4 |
| Ely West | NA | NA | 524 | 5 | 425 | 5 |
| Stretham | NA | NA | 470 | 6 | 410 | 6 |
| Fordham & Isleham | NA | NA | 389 | 7 | 355 | 7 |
| Ely North | NA | NA | 356 | 8 | 334 | 8 |
| Burwell | NA | NA | 298 | 10 | 314 | 9 |
| Sutton | NA | NA | 311 | 9 | 228 | 10 |
| Soham North | NA | NA | 248 | 11 | 215 | 11 |
| Woodditton | NA | NA | 236 | 12 | 210 | 12 |
| Haddenham | NA | NA | 123 | 13 | 110 | 13 |
February 2026 crime data shows Other crime saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) also being high.
For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (2 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 2 |
| November 2025 | 3 |
| October 2025 | 4 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 2 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 2 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 1 |
A total of 54 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.15 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 9 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 1 |
| January 2026 | 4 |
| December 2025 | 6 |
| November 2025 | 9 |
| October 2025 | 6 |
| September 2025 | 4 |
| August 2025 | 6 |
| July 2025 | 3 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
| May 2025 | 4 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 2 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 2 |
A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. February 2026 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2026 | 2 |
| January 2026 | 1 |
| December 2025 | 1 |
| November 2025 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| July 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| October 2025 | 1 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2026 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | 1 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
A total of 10 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2025 | 4 |
| October 2025 | 3 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| June 2025 | 1 |
| May 2025 | 1 |
A total of 1 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2025 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Downham Villages postcode area is presented below.