Crime Rate in Caxton & Papworth: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Caxton & Papworth

The total recorded crimes in Caxton & Papworth, South Cambridgeshire, UK in May 2025 are around 66 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Caxton & Papworth crime rate of 39.55 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 Caxton & Papworth, encompassing approximately 1,668 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (24) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (-36.36% decrease)
Caxton & Papworth Crime Hotspots

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

  • South Park Drive with total crimes: 9
  • High Street with total crimes: 6
  • Short Lane with total crimes: 6

How safe is Caxton & Papworth?

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

  • Relative to South Cambridgeshire:

    • In 2024, Caxton & Papworth reported a higher crime volume than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 818 crimes compared to 470. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Caxton & Papworth witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

    • In 2023, Caxton & Papworth experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Cambridgeshire average, with 927 crimes compared to 423. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Caxton & Papworth witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 25 other areas in the South Cambridgeshire.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Cambridgeshire, Caxton & Papworth has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Caxton & Papworth Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Caxton & Papworth has recorded 66 crimes with crime rate of 39.55 ranking 5th out of 25 in the South Cambridgeshire, UK

In 2024, the total Caxton & Papworth crimes were 818. The crime rate of Caxton & Papworth in 2024 was 490.20 (year) or 40.85 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

In 2023, the total crimes in Caxton & Papworth were around 927 crimes with yearly crime rate of 555.52 (year) or 46.29 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the South Cambridgeshire.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Caxton & Papworth)CrimesRank (Caxton & Papworth)CrimesRank (Caxton & Papworth)
Milton & Waterbeach117 11,323 11,207 1
Harston & Comberton44 11993 2970 2
Histon & Impington88 2874 5800 5
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
Shelford34 14366 13292 14
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

Caxton & Papworth Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (11 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (42 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (54 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (38 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 26 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
January 20253
December 20243
October 20246
September 20243
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 77 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.92 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 202511
March 202511
February 20256
January 20253
December 20248
November 20248
October 20244
September 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 69 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20253
March 20251
February 20256
January 20253
December 202413
November 20244
October 20243
August 20246
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 351 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 27.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 54 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202524
April 202524
March 202513
February 202524
January 202521
December 20245
November 202435
October 202442
September 202418
August 202422
July 202425
June 202454
May 202444

A total of 144 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 38 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20257
April 20255
March 20255
February 202514
January 20255
December 20247
November 202416
October 20244
September 202412
August 202410
July 202414
June 202438
May 20247

A total of 53 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20259
February 20251
January 202515
December 20242
November 20241
October 20246
August 20244
July 20242
May 20247

A total of 73 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.64 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20259
March 20251
February 20255
January 20254
December 20243
October 202412
September 20246
August 202412
June 20248
May 20249

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
May 20243

A total of 23 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20255
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
September 20242
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 6 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
September 20243

A total of 50 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20259
March 20253
February 20257
January 20257
December 20242
November 20243
October 20246
September 20243
July 20243
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20259
September 20243
August 20244
June 20244

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Caxton & Papworth in May 2025

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

1. South Park Drive (Map)
Total9
Criminal damage and arson3
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. High Street (Map)
Total6
Other crime3
Other theft3
3. Short Lane (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Vermuyden Way (Map)
Total3
Public order3
5. The Rosary (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. Honey Hill (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
7. Oaktree Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
8. High Street (Map)
Total3
Burglary3
9. Southbrook Field (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
10. Stott Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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