Crime Rate in Shelford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shelford

The total recorded crimes in Shelford, South Cambridgeshire, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shelford crime rate of 9.18 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 Shelford, encompassing approximately 3,159 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (120.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (-12.50% decrease)
  • Burglary: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Shelford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cherry Trees with total crimes: 3
  • De Freville Road with total crimes: 3
  • Hauxton Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Shelford?

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

  • Relative to South Cambridgeshire:

    • In 2024, Shelford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 366 crimes compared to 470.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Shelford witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

    • In 2023, Shelford had fewer crimes than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 292 crimes compared to 423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Shelford recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Shelford Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Shelford has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 9.18 ranking 15th out of 25 in the South Cambridgeshire, UK

In 2024, the total Shelford crimes were 366. The crime rate of Shelford in 2024 was 115.85 (year) or 9.65 (month) ranking it 13 dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Shelford were around 292 crimes with yearly crime rate of 92.43 (year) or 7.70 (month) ranking 14 most dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shelford)CrimesRank (Shelford)CrimesRank (Shelford)
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
Balsham30 14146 24134 22
Caldecote15 21183 20180 18
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

Shelford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 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 (5 cases).

In May 2025, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (8 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 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.86 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20249
October 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253

A total of 65 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20255
May 20257
April 20256
March 20258
February 20256
January 20257
December 20244
November 20245
October 20246

A total of 65 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20258
May 20257
April 20253
March 20257
February 20256
January 20252
December 20247
November 202412
October 20246

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 13 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20257
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 16 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
December 20242
November 20244

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
April 20251
January 20251

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20248
November 20243

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242

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

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
October 20243

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241

High Crime Locations Shelford in July 2025

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

1. Cherry Trees (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Violence and sexual offences1
2. De Freville Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Hauxton Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Vehicle crime1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Red Hill Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. Abberley Wood (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Macaulay Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Chalk Hill (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Bar Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. High Street (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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