The total recorded crimes in Whittlesford, South Cambridgeshire, UK in May 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whittlesford crime rate of 35.43 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 TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
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.
In May 2025 the Whittlesford has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 35.43 ranking 19th 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.
| Area | May 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Whittlesford) | Crimes | Rank (Whittlesford) | Crimes | Rank (Whittlesford) | |
| Milton & Waterbeach | 117 | 1 | 1,323 | 1 | 1,207 | 1 |
| Harston & Comberton | 44 | 11 | 993 | 2 | 970 | 2 |
| Histon & Impington | 88 | 2 | 874 | 5 | 800 | 5 |
| Caxton & Papworth | 66 | 5 | 818 | 6 | 927 | 3 |
| Fen Ditton & Fulbourn | 74 | 4 | 977 | 3 | 822 | 4 |
| Cambourne | 84 | 3 | 976 | 4 | 766 | 6 |
| Longstanton | 56 | 6 | 597 | 8 | 235 | 17 |
| Melbourn | 46 | 10 | 554 | 9 | 624 | 7 |
| Duxford | 51 | 7 | 634 | 7 | 503 | 9 |
| Bar Hill | 25 | 18 | 382 | 12 | 527 | 8 |
| The Mordens | 49 | 8 | 439 | 11 | 289 | 15 |
| Sawston | 47 | 9 | 510 | 10 | 475 | 10 |
| Linton | 29 | 16 | 266 | 17 | 331 | 11 |
| Over & Willingham | 38 | 12 | 352 | 15 | 326 | 12 |
| Cottenham | 35 | 13 | 352 | 14 | 313 | 13 |
| Shelford | 34 | 14 | 366 | 13 | 292 | 14 |
| Barrington | 29 | 15 | 343 | 16 | 283 | 16 |
| Bassingbourn | 28 | 17 | 227 | 18 | 176 | 19 |
| Caldecote | 17 | 20 | 183 | 20 | 180 | 18 |
| Girton | 13 | 21 | 201 | 19 | 128 | 23 |
| Gamlingay | 11 | 23 | 149 | 23 | 173 | 20 |
| Balsham | 8 | 25 | 146 | 24 | 134 | 22 |
| Swavesey | 12 | 22 | 160 | 22 | 119 | 25 |
| Foxton | 8 | 26 | 134 | 25 | 121 | 24 |
| Hardwick | 10 | 24 | 91 | 26 | 112 | 26 |
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).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (6 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (6 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (6 cases).
In May 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.44 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
| December 2024 | 5 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 6 |
| August 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 7 |
A total of 35 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 17 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 6 |
| April 2025 | 3 |
| March 2025 | 17 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 3 |
A total of 25 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.12 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 7 |
| December 2024 | 3 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 6 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 58 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.44 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | 2 |
| February 2025 | 3 |
| January 2025 | 18 |
| December 2024 | 10 |
| November 2024 | 7 |
| October 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 9 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 4 |
| September 2024 | 3 |
| July 2024 | 3 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 4 |
A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 6 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | 2 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Whittlesford postcode area is presented below.
| Total | 9 |
| Burglary | 3 |
| Criminal damage and arson | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
| Drugs | 3 |
| Total | 3 |
| Other theft | 3 |
| Total | 1 |
| Anti-social behaviour | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |
| Total | 1 |
| Violence and sexual offences | 1 |