Crime Rate in Whittlesford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whittlesford

The total recorded crimes in Whittlesford, South Cambridgeshire, UK in July 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whittlesford crime rate of 27.56 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 Whittlesford, encompassing approximately 508 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (7) incidents (600.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (3) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Whittlesford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hurdles Way with total crimes: 3
  • Brook Road with total crimes: 3
  • Pigeons Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Whittlesford?

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

  • Relative to South Cambridgeshire:

    • In 2024, Whittlesford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 172 crimes compared to 470.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Whittlesford recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

    • In 2023, Whittlesford had fewer crimes than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 159 crimes compared to 423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Whittlesford recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whittlesford Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Whittlesford has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 27.56 ranking 22th out of 25 in the South Cambridgeshire, UK

In 2024, the total Whittlesford crimes were 172. The crime rate of Whittlesford in 2024 was 338.58 (year) or 28.22 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whittlesford were around 159 crimes with yearly crime rate of 312.99 (year) or 26.08 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Whittlesford)CrimesRank (Whittlesford)CrimesRank (Whittlesford)
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
Caldecote15 21183 20180 18
Bassingbourn22 19227 18176 19
Girton14 23201 19128 23
Gamlingay13 24149 23173 20
Swavesey16 20160 22119 25
Foxton9 26134 25121 24
Hardwick11 2591 26112 26

Whittlesford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (6 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2025, Other theft dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Other theft were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (17 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 20 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20251
May 20251
February 20257
December 20243
October 20241

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20256
May 20256
April 20253
March 202517

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20253
April 20253

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20254
November 20244

A total of 47 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 6.71 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20252
February 20253
January 202518
December 202410
November 20247
October 20244

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253

A total of 13 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
March 20251
January 20253
December 20245
November 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
January 20253

A total of 3 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243

A total of 1 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Whittlesford in July 2025

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

1. Hurdles Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
2. Brook Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
3. Pigeons Close (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
4. Middle Street (Map)
Total3
Vehicle crime3
5. Orchard Terrace (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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