Great Shelford and Stapleford Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Burglary rates in Great Shelford and Stapleford during October 2023 stood at 0.6 per 1,000 residents, significantly higher than the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000. This anomaly contrasts with the area’s overall crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000, which is 55% below the UK average of 8.0. The most common crimes were anti-social behaviour (5 incidents, 20.8% of total), burglary (4 incidents, 16.7%), and public order offences (3 incidents, 12.5%). The low overall rate may reflect the area’s character as a built-up community within South Cambridgeshire, where residential density and community cohesion likely contribute to lower crime levels. Seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween may have influenced anti-social behaviour rates. Violent crime was 81% below the UK average, with only three reported incidents—suggesting a generally safe environment for residents. Property crime, however, saw a marked increase compared to the UK benchmark, particularly in burglary, which could be linked to targeted opportunities in suburban homes or seasonal patterns of property neglect during autumn. The breakdown highlights a combination of local demographics and external influences, requiring further contextual analysis.

October 2023 saw a 100% increase in burglary, public order offences, and vehicle crime compared to September, with all three categories rising from zero to four, three, and two incidents respectively. This spike in property-related crimes contrasts with a 50% decrease in violence and sexual offences, which fell from six to three. Burglary rates in the area remain 76% above the UK average, while bicycle theft and 'other crime' categories were 200% and 114% above national benchmarks, respectively. These discrepancies may reflect local vulnerabilities, such as increased foot traffic in residential zones or unsecured properties during the autumn. Anti-social behaviour, though the most common crime type, was 38% below the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies. Residents may find the 100% increase in vehicle crime noteworthy, as it indicates a sudden shift in criminal activity that could be tied to seasonal changes or unmonitored parking areas. The data underscores the need for targeted interventions in property crime while reinforcing the area’s strengths in reducing violent incidents.

The crime rate in Great Shelford and Stapleford rose 59.7% from September 2023 (2.3 per 1,000) to October 2023 (3.6 per 1,000), marking a notable upward trend. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 277 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the increases in specific categories. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime per day, a figure that remains well below the UK national average when scaled to local population size. The 6,641 residents of Great Shelford and Stapleford thus face a crime environment that is both rare and distinct compared to broader UK trends. While the area’s overall rate is still 55% below the UK average, the sharp rise in burglary and vehicle crime suggests a need for localized monitoring. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-277) provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, emphasizing that crime remains infrequent but not absent. This context is critical for understanding how national averages may not fully capture local fluctuations, particularly in smaller communities where a few incidents can significantly alter statistics.