Crime Rate in Hemingford Grey & Houghton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Hemingford Grey & Houghton

The total recorded crimes in Hemingford Grey & Houghton, Huntingdonshire, UK in March 2025 are around 43 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Hemingford Grey & Houghton crime rate of 40.77 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 Hemingford Grey & Houghton, encompassing approximately 1,054 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (650.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-53.33% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (6) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Hemingford Grey & Houghton Crime Hotspots

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

  • London Road with total crimes: 9
  • Dunnock Way with total crimes: 6
  • Ramsey Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Hemingford Grey & Houghton?

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

  • Relative to Huntingdonshire:

    • In 2024, Hemingford Grey & Houghton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Huntingdonshire average, with 556 crimes compared to 579.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Hemingford Grey & Houghton witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Hemingford Grey & Houghton had fewer crimes than the Huntingdonshire average, with 491 crimes compared to 514. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Hemingford Grey & Houghton witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Huntingdonshire, Hemingford Grey & Houghton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Hemingford Grey & Houghton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Hemingford Grey & Houghton has recorded 43 crimes with crime rate of 40.77 ranking 12th out of 25 in the Huntingdonshire, UK

In 2024, the total Hemingford Grey & Houghton crimes were 556. The crime rate of Hemingford Grey & Houghton in 2024 was 527.21 (year) or 43.93 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Huntingdonshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Hemingford Grey & Houghton were around 491 crimes with yearly crime rate of 465.58 (year) or 38.80 (month) ranking 11 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
Fenstanton41 13578 11472 12
Huntingdon East22 19523 13467 13
Warboys38 15370 16464 14
Holywell-cum-Needingworth40 14477 15299 17
Kimbolton30 17320 17332 16
St Neots East35 16291 19202 20
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

Hemingford Grey & Houghton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 15 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (13 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Vehicle crime were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 47 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.70 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20247
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 202416

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 107 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 20252
January 202510
December 20243
November 20249
October 20248
September 202410
August 20249
July 202411
June 202422
May 20246
April 20242

A total of 41 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20245
July 20246
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 147 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 202515
January 20259
December 20249
November 202413
October 20245
September 20249
August 202415
July 202413
June 202430
May 202415
April 20247

A total of 7 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
July 20241
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 16 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.29 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20243
August 20243
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
December 20249
April 20241

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20251
December 20243
July 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20244
November 20241
September 20245
August 20243
July 20243
June 20248
May 20246
April 20245

A total of 56 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.09 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20248
November 20242
October 20247
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 202418
May 20245
April 20245

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20242
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20243

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20246

High Crime Locations Hemingford Grey & Houghton in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Hemingford Grey & Houghton postcode area is presented below.

1. London Road (Map)
Total9
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime3
2. Dunnock Way (Map)
Total6
Drugs3
Possession of weapons3
3. Ramsey Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. The Rampleys (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
6. Station Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Ruddles Lane (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rideaway (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Manor Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1

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