Crime Rate in Caldecote: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caldecote

The total recorded crimes in Caldecote, South Cambridgeshire, UK in July 2025 are around 15 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caldecote crime rate of 113.72 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 Caldecote, encompassing approximately 131 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Caldecote Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Street with total crimes: 3
  • School Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Tinker'S Lane with total crimes: 2

How safe is Caldecote?

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

  • Relative to South Cambridgeshire:

    • In 2024, Caldecote demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 183 crimes compared to 470.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Caldecote recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

    • In 2023, Caldecote had fewer crimes than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 180 crimes compared to 423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Caldecote recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Caldecote Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Caldecote has recorded 15 crimes with crime rate of 113.72 ranking 21th out of 25 in the South Cambridgeshire, UK

In 2024, the total Caldecote crimes were 183. The crime rate of Caldecote in 2024 was 1387.41 (year) or 115.62 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caldecote were around 180 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1364.67 (year) or 113.72 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Caldecote)CrimesRank (Caldecote)CrimesRank (Caldecote)
Milton & Waterbeach109 11,323 11,207 1
Harston & Comberton64 7993 2970 2
Fen Ditton & Fulbourn88 2977 3822 4
Caxton & Papworth86 4818 6927 3
Histon & Impington86 3874 5800 5
Cambourne84 5976 4766 6
Barrington76 6343 16283 16
Melbourn37 13554 9624 7
Duxford40 10634 7503 9
Bar Hill25 18382 12527 8
Longstanton53 8597 8235 17
Sawston45 9510 10475 10
Linton27 17266 17331 11
The Mordens28 16439 11289 15
Cottenham39 11352 14313 13
Over & Willingham38 12352 15326 12
Shelford29 15366 13292 14
Balsham30 14146 24134 22
Bassingbourn22 19227 18176 19
Girton14 23201 19128 23
Gamlingay13 24149 23173 20
Swavesey16 20160 22119 25
Whittlesford14 22172 21159 21
Foxton9 26134 25121 24
Hardwick11 2591 26112 26

Caldecote 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 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
December 20242

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20243

A total of 55 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20258
May 20259
April 20257
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
December 202411
November 20243
October 20243

A total of 31 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20256
May 20253
April 20254
March 20253
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 15 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243

A total of 23 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
March 20253
February 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20252

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
November 20242

A total of 6 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241

High Crime Locations Caldecote in July 2025

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

1. West Street (Map)
Total3
Robbery1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. School Lane (Map)
Total3
Drugs1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Tinker'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
4. The Mazles (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Orchid Fare (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Furlong Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Bossert'S Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. The Willows (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Crane'S Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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