Great Shelford and Stapleford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

November 2025 marked a continued period of low crime in Great Shelford and Stapleford, with an overall crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents — 56.2% below the UK average of 7.3. This built-up area within South Cambridgeshire, home to approximately 6,641 residents, has maintained a crime profile significantly lower than national benchmarks, reflecting its character as a relatively tranquil, suburban environment. The most prevalent crime categories were violence and sexual offences (28.6% of all crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and drugs-related incidents (19.1%). These patterns align with the area's demographics and geography, where limited urban density and strong community engagement likely contribute to lower rates of violent crime. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping may have influenced activity levels, though the overall crime picture remained stable compared to other months. Violence and sexual offences in the area are 65% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or environmental factors that deter such incidents. The low prevalence of property crimes — only 5 out of 21 total crimes — further underscores the area's safety profile, possibly due to a combination of low population density, well-maintained infrastructure, and community-focused policing strategies. While the month saw no significant spikes in theft or burglary, the data highlights a consistent trend of below-average rates across multiple categories, reinforcing the area's status as one of the safer places in the UK.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft and drugs-related offences both increasing by 100% compared to October. Bicycle theft, which had not been reported in the previous month, rose to one incident, potentially linked to seasonal changes in cycling activity or temporary lapses in security. Meanwhile, drugs-related crimes surged from zero to four, a stark increase that may reflect broader regional trends or localized factors such as increased illicit activity during the holiday season. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 25%, with five incidents recorded — a modest increase that could be attributed to the extended darkness of November evenings or the heightened social activity around Bonfire Night. Despite these rises, the area's overall crime rate remained 56.2% below the UK average, with violence and sexual offences still significantly lower than the national benchmark (65% below). The breakdown of crimes also reveals that property crimes accounted for only 23.8% of the total, compared to 34.3% nationally, highlighting the area's unique safety profile. For residents, the most immediate insight is the sharp rise in drugs-related offences, which may warrant increased vigilance in community areas. However, the continued absence of major spikes in violent or property crime offers reassurance about the area's overall security.

The crime rate in Great Shelford and Stapleford for November 2025 rose by 16.6% compared to the previous month, increasing from 2.7 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. While this reflects a short-term uptick, the area's rate remains markedly lower than the UK average, underscoring its consistently safer environment. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day in November — a figure that, while non-zero, is far below the national average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 316 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low by UK standards. When scaled to the population of 6,641, this means that the likelihood of any individual being directly affected by crime is minimal, particularly when compared to larger urban areas where crime rates are significantly higher. The increase from October appears to be driven primarily by the rise in anti-social behaviour and drugs-related offences, though these remain isolated incidents rather than widespread issues. This contrast between local and national trends highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the area's unique characteristics, which may include strong community ties, limited commercial density, and a relatively young population with lower exposure to high-risk environments. For residents, the key takeaway is that while the crime rate has risen slightly, the overall context remains one of relative safety, with the majority of incidents being non-violent and isolated in nature.