Crime Rate in Shelford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shelford

The total recorded crimes in Shelford, South Cambridgeshire, UK in March 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shelford crime rate of 7.91 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 Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Shelford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Birch Trees Road with total crimes: 4
  • Granhams Close with total crimes: 3
  • Macaulay Avenue with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Shelford has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 7.91 ranking 13th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Cambridgeshire)CrimesRank (South Cambridgeshire)CrimesRank (South Cambridgeshire)
Milton & Waterbeach113 11,323 11,207 1
Harston & Comberton77 4993 2970 2
Cambourne94 2976 4766 6
Caxton & Papworth45 9818 6927 3
Fen Ditton & Fulbourn83 3977 3822 4
Histon & Impington62 5874 5800 5
The Mordens58 6439 11289 15
Melbourn52 8554 9624 7
Duxford20 16634 7503 9
Bar Hill53 7382 12527 8
Longstanton30 11597 8235 17
Sawston41 10510 10475 10
Linton26 12266 17331 11
Over & Willingham24 14352 15326 12
Cottenham15 21352 14313 13
Gamlingay23 15149 23173 20
Barrington13 23343 16283 16
Whittlesford18 17172 21159 21
Caldecote14 22183 20180 18
Bassingbourn15 20227 18176 19
Girton18 18201 19128 23
Balsham17 19146 24134 22
Swavesey12 24160 22119 25
Foxton7 25134 25121 24
Hardwick6 2691 26112 26

Shelford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , 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).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour 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 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 79 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 20257
December 20244
November 20245
October 20246
September 20245
August 20248
July 20243
June 202414
May 20247
April 20246

A total of 47 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.27 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20254
December 20248
November 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20248
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 86 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20252
December 20247
November 202412
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20245
June 202414
May 202410
April 20246

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20242

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

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

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
December 20242
November 20244
September 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 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
May 20241

A total of 33 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
July 20243
June 202412
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20242
July 20241

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20249
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202410
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 27 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.40 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20242
July 20243
June 202420
May 20241

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
September 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 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
May 20241

High Crime Locations Shelford in March 2025

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

1. Birch Trees Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Granhams Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Macaulay Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cambridge Road (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
6. De Freville Road (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
7. Joscelynes (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Cherry Tree Avenue (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
9. Courtyards (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Granham'S Road (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1

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