Crime Rate in Woodditton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Woodditton

The total recorded crimes in Woodditton, East Cambridgeshire, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Woodditton crime rate of 46.52 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 Woodditton, encompassing approximately 537 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (17) incidents (13.33% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Woodditton Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Links with total crimes: 6
  • Vicarage Lane with total crimes: 2
  • The Millers with total crimes: 1

How safe is Woodditton?

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

  • Relative to East Cambridgeshire:

    • In 2024, Woodditton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Cambridgeshire average, with 236 crimes compared to 444.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the East Cambridgeshire.

    • In 2023, Woodditton had fewer crimes than the East Cambridgeshire average, with 210 crimes compared to 374. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Woodditton recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 13 other areas in the East Cambridgeshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Cambridgeshire, Woodditton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Woodditton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Woodditton has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 46.52 ranking 9th out of 13 in the East Cambridgeshire, UK

In 2024, the total Woodditton crimes were 236. The crime rate of Woodditton in 2024 was 439.15 (year) or 36.60 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the East Cambridgeshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Woodditton were around 210 crimes with yearly crime rate of 390.77 (year) or 32.56 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the East Cambridgeshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Woodditton)CrimesRank (Woodditton)CrimesRank (Woodditton)
Littleport68 1918 1734 1
Bottisham59 3821 2673 2
Ely East59 2820 3606 3
Soham South43 4606 4524 4
Ely West37 6524 5425 5
Stretham41 5470 6410 6
Fordham & Isleham30 7389 7355 7
Ely North19 11356 8334 8
Soham North26 8248 11215 11
Burwell16 12298 10314 9
Sutton20 10311 9228 10
Haddenham11 13123 13110 13
Downham Villages6 14102 14103 14

Woodditton 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 17 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other crime 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 7 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 (2 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243

A total of 109 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202517
June 202515
May 202513
April 202510
March 20257
February 20257
January 20252
December 20249
November 20241
October 20248
September 202410
August 202410

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20245
September 20242
August 20244

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 11 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
November 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20252
November 20241
September 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

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 Woodditton in July 2025

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

1. The Links (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences6
2. Vicarage Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. The Millers (Map)
Total1
Public order1
4. School Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Holland Park (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Star And Garter Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. The Street (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Little Ditton (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Cross Green (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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