Crime Rate in Shelford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Shelford

The total recorded crimes in Shelford, South Cambridgeshire, UK in May 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Shelford crime rate of 10.76 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 May were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (133.33% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
Shelford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7
  • Cambridge Road with total crimes: 2
  • Greenfield Close with total crimes: 1

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 May 2025 the Shelford has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 10.76 ranking 14th 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.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Shelford)CrimesRank (Shelford)CrimesRank (Shelford)
Milton & Waterbeach117 11,323 11,207 1
Harston & Comberton44 11993 2970 2
Histon & Impington88 2874 5800 5
Caxton & Papworth66 5818 6927 3
Fen Ditton & Fulbourn74 4977 3822 4
Cambourne84 3976 4766 6
Longstanton56 6597 8235 17
Melbourn46 10554 9624 7
Duxford51 7634 7503 9
Bar Hill25 18382 12527 8
The Mordens49 8439 11289 15
Sawston47 9510 10475 10
Linton29 16266 17331 11
Over & Willingham38 12352 15326 12
Cottenham35 13352 14313 13
Barrington29 15343 16283 16
Bassingbourn28 17227 18176 19
Caldecote17 20183 20180 18
Girton13 21201 19128 23
Whittlesford18 19172 21159 21
Gamlingay11 23149 23173 20
Balsham8 25146 24134 22
Swavesey12 22160 22119 25
Foxton8 26134 25121 24
Hardwick10 2491 26112 26

Shelford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 86 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 14 reported cases.

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

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20249
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 202410
May 20241

A total of 90 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20253
March 20257
February 20256
January 20252
December 20247
November 202412
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20245
June 202414
May 202410

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 35 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20251
January 20251
September 20242
July 20243
June 202420
May 20241

A total of 36 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
July 20243
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 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
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 14 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 15 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20253
February 20254
December 20242
November 20244
September 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
September 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 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 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 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 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 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 May 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Public order2
Vehicle crime2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Cambridge Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Greenfield Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Haverhill Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
5. Heffer Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Adcroft Piece (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Gordons Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Headley Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
9. London Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Woodlands Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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