Comberton Crime Rate

Comberton is one of the safest urban settlements in South Cambridgeshire, with an overall crime rate of just 24.9 per 1,000 people. This is far below the UK average of 91.7, earning the village an exceptional safety score of 94/100. Recent data from December 2024 to November 2025 shows a very positive decreasing trend, with crime falling by 20.0% year-over-year. Property crime is recorded at an extremely low 9.3 per 1,000 residents, encompassing burglary, theft, and vehicle crime. The following sections provide a detailed analysis of local crime types, timing patterns, and practical safety advice to help residents maintain their security in this exceptionally safe environment.

In Comberton, the primary crime types are violence and sexual offences (33.9%), anti-social behaviour (16.1%), and criminal damage and arson (12.5%). Property crime—which includes burglary, vehicle crime, and various thefts—is exceptionally low at 9.3 per 1,000 residents. Vehicle crime is a notable component of this, accounting for 12.5% of total incidents, while burglary makes up 5.4%. For residents and homeowners, these figures indicate a very safe environment where the main concerns are social behaviour and vehicle security. The low property crime rate is a strong positive for the village.

Comberton has experienced a very positive downward trend in crime, with a 20.0% decrease in total offences over the last year. Monthly data shows that the crime rate fluctuated, with peaks of 3.1 per 1,000 in April 2025 and 3.6 in December 2024. However, for much of the year, the rate stayed low, with August recording just 0.4 and several months around 1.3 to 2.7. This overall reduction is a strong indicator of a very safe and improving safety landscape. The recent low figures suggest that the village is currently in an exceptionally secure period.

How To Keep Safe in Comberton

Violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type in Comberton, though the overall risk remains extremely low. To enhance your personal safety, try to stay in well-lit, populated areas when walking at night and trust your instincts in unfamiliar situations. Carrying a personal alarm can provide extra peace of mind.

For property security, be aware that theft and burglary are daytime risks, with 22% of burglaries occurring in the afternoon. Ensure your home is secure when you are out, using timers for internal lights. Vehicle crime is a significant concern at night, accounting for a high 54% of incidents between 12am and 6am. Always park in a garage or well-lit area, and never leave valuables inside your car. Consider installing a proactive security system like scOS that monitors your property boundaries and can verify vehicles, helping to prevent theft before it occurs. Joining a local Neighbourhood Watch can also help the community stay vigilant and report suspicious activity early.

Crime timing in Comberton follows clear patterns. Morning and afternoon hours see the highest concentration of theft-related offences (34-41%). Burglary risk is present throughout the day, peaking in the afternoon (12pm-6pm) at 22%. As the day transitions into evening and night, 'other' crimes and anti-social behaviour become more prominent, making up 42% of evening activity. Vehicle crime is most concentrated during the night period (12am-6am), where it accounts for a significant 54% of incidents. This suggests that while theft is a daytime risk, vehicles are most at risk overnight when the village is quietest.

In the local context, Comberton (24.9) is significantly safer than nearby Hardwick (36.9) and Little Eversden (48.8). While it has more recorded activity than the tiny rural settlements of Toft and Barton—both of which reported zero crimes—Comberton remains an exceptionally safe choice for its size. This positions Comberton as a regional leader in safety, offering a very secure community feel with a safety profile that is vastly better than national averages. For those looking at the region, Comberton represents one of the most secure residential options available.

With property crime at an extremely low 9.3 per 1,000 and a 20.0% decrease in overall crime, Comberton residents are in an excellent position. However, to maintain this and protect against the vehicle crimes that do occur (peaking at night at 54%), proactive protection is the best approach. Traditional CCTV systems are reactive; they record footage of an event but do nothing to stop it. scOS provides a proactive alternative by using AI to detect threats at the property boundary. By identifying potential intruders or suspicious vehicles before they reach your home, scOS can trigger autonomous responses such as lights and speakers to deter them. This intelligent, real-time intervention is far more effective than simply having a recording of a crime after the fact.