Crime Rate in Caldecote: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caldecote

The total recorded crimes in Caldecote, South Cambridgeshire, UK in March 2025 are around 14 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caldecote crime rate of 106.14 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 Mar were:

  • Burglary: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Caldecote Crime Hotspots

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

  • West Street with total crimes: 3
  • Thorny Way with total crimes: 2
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 1

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Caldecote has recorded 14 crimes with crime rate of 106.14 ranking 22th 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.

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
Shelford25 13366 13292 14
Gamlingay23 15149 23173 20
Barrington13 23343 16283 16
Whittlesford18 17172 21159 21
Bassingbourn15 20227 18176 19
Girton18 18201 19128 23
Balsham17 19146 24134 22
Swavesey12 24160 22119 25
Foxton7 25134 25121 24
Hardwick6 2691 26112 26

Caldecote Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.10 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 63 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20254
January 20254
December 202411
November 20243
October 20243
September 20241
August 20243
July 202410
June 202414
May 20244
April 20244

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
July 20243
June 20244

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241
August 20241
May 20243

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20253
November 20242
April 20241

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 20243
August 20243
June 20242

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
July 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242

High Crime Locations Caldecote in March 2025

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

1. West Street (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Possession of weapons1
2. Thorny Way (Map)
Total2
Public order2
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. Roman Drift (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Cavendish Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Stargoose Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Copel Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
8. Furlong Way (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Damms Pastures (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Redmore Way (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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