Crime is stable and LOW in Melbourn
Melbourn crime rate is 43.6 per 1,000, with an excellent safety score of 89/100. Local crime trends show a 2.4% decrease over the last year. Explore the data.
Melbourn's crime rate is significantly lower than UK average
Based on population of 3,805 over 12 months
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Data last updated: September 2025. Source: Police.uk, ONS, Home Office.
| Overall Crime Rate | 43.6 per 1,000 people |
|---|---|
| Property Crime Rate | 11.8 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Crime Rate | 93.1 per 1,000 people |
| UK Average Property Crime Rate | 32.9 per 1,000 people |
| Safety Score | 89 out of 100 |
| Population | 3,805 |
| Trend | stable |
| Comparison | significantly lower than UK average |
| Crime Type | Total Count | Per 1,000 People | Percentage of Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 66 | 17.4 | 40% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 34 | 8.9 | 20% |
| Burglary | 18 | 4.7 | 11% |
| Other theft | 12 | 3.1 | 7% |
| Public order | 11 | 2.9 | 7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 9 | 2.4 | 5% |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.6 | 4% |
| Vehicle crime | 4 | 1.1 | 2% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.8 | 2% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 1% |
| Possession of weapons | 1 | 0.3 | 1% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.3 | 1% |
Melbourn is a very safe urban settlement with an overall crime rate of 43.6 per 1,000 people per year. This is less than half the UK national average of 93.1, earning the area an excellent safety score of 89/100. The crime trend in Melbourn is currently stable, with a slight 2.4% decrease year-over-year. These statistics indicate that Melbourn remains a secure place to live, with crime levels consistently trending in a positive direction for the local community.
Melbourn has a good safety score compared to the UK average (78).
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Setup my scOSIn Melbourn, violence and sexual offences are the most common crime type, accounting for 39.8% of all recorded incidents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour (20.5%) and burglary (10.8%). The overall property crime rate—including burglary, theft, and vehicle crime—is low at 11.8 per 1,000 residents.
While property crime is significantly lower than the UK average of 32.9, residents should note that burglary accounts for over 10% of all local offences, which is a higher proportion than many neighbouring areas. This suggests that while Melbourn is very safe overall, protecting homes from burglary is a primary security priority for the local community.
Melbourn has a 53.2% lower crime rate than the UK average.
The crime trend in Melbourn is stable, with a slight 2.4% decrease over the last year. Monthly data reveals that activity was relatively stable for much of the year, with rates between 1.6 and 5.5 per 1,000.
However, the rate climbed towards the middle of the year, reaching a peak of 5.5 in March 2025. This suggests that while the overall annual trend is stable, Melbourn has seen some monthly fluctuations in reported incidents. Residents should be aware of this trend and maintain a high level of vigilance.
Understanding peak crime times helps you stay vigilant and secure your property when it matters most.
Simulated Data
This heatmap shows estimated crime patterns based on Melbourn's crime statistics, crime type distribution, and general knowledge of when different crimes typically occur. This is not real historical data for specific times.
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Violence and sexual offences are the top recorded crime type in Melbourn. To stay safe in the village, consider these actionable tips:
Different crimes occur at different times. This breakdown shows which crime types dominate each time period.
6am - 12pm
Morning crime is characterized by high levels of theft as the village wakes.
12pm - 6pm
Burglary and theft offences are most prevalent during the afternoon hours.
6pm - 12am
Evening activity is dominated by anti-social behaviour and burglary risks.
12am - 6am
Burglary is the overwhelming threat overnight, accounting for over half of all incidents.
These crime patterns are estimated using the Crime Survey for England and Wales (ONS) time-of-day data, weighted by Melbourn's specific crime type distribution from Police.uk. This is not real historical data for specific times in Melbourn, but a model-generated estimate based on the area's crime composition and national timing patterns.
Crime in Melbourn shows distinct temporal trends. Mornings and afternoons are characterized by theft-related offences (47% and 43% respectively), while burglary peaks in the night hours at 53%. This suggests that daytime activity is primarily focused on opportunistic theft in public areas.
In the evening, "other" crimes—including anti-social behaviour—rise to 29% of recorded incidents. The night-time period (12am - 6am) sees a dramatic shift towards burglary, which accounts for 53% of all offences during these hours. This indicates that while the village is active with theft during the day, residential property boundaries are at significant risk during the late-night and early-morning hours when streets are quietest.
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How quickly do police respond to emergencies?
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Serious incidents needing prompt response but no immediate threat to life — recent crimes, vulnerable victims.
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The average burglary takes just 8-10 minutes. Even when police respond quickly, burglars are often gone before anyone arrives.
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Compared to nearby areas, Melbourn (43.6) has a similar crime rate to Meldreth (48.8) and Fowlmere (38.2). Smaller neighbouring villages like Shepreth and Kneesworth report a 0.0 crime rate. This positioning shows that Melbourn is a secure residential hub that maintains high safety standards while experiencing more typical village activity than its most rural neighbours.
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How we source and verify crime information for Melbourn
The crime rate represents the number of recorded incidents per thousand residents in Melbourn. This approach ensures fair comparison regardless of area population size.
All statistics come from official government sources: Police.uk provides recorded crime data while the Office for National Statistics supplies population figures. We aggregate data at multiple geographic levels for context.
Crimes per 1k residents = (Total incidents ÷ Population) × 1,000
Our statistics derive entirely from UK government databases:
Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
scOS is not affiliated with or endorsed by these organisations.
Latest data: November 2025
New data is released by Police.uk approximately once a month
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