Crime in Caxton & Papworth: statistics, rates and trends
366 crimes were recorded in Caxton & Papworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Caxton & Papworth at a glance
- Crime trends in Caxton & Papworth
- Types of crime in Caxton & Papworth
- Caxton & Papworth compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Caxton & Papworth
- What happened after crimes were reported in Caxton & Papworth
- Population and deprivation in Caxton & Papworth
- Questions about crime in Caxton & Papworth
- About this data
366 crimes were recorded in Caxton & Papworth in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 3% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 134 reports (37% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Caxton & Papworth has the 3,150th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Caxton & Papworth | South Cambridgeshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 366 | 10,068 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 47.0 | 58.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -3% | +10% | -1% |
| Population | 7,788 | 172,544 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Caxton & Papworth was highest in the year to July 2023 (405 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (336). Over the whole period it fell 2%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 366 | 47.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 379 | 48.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 404 | 51.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 405 | 52.0 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 359 | 46.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 336 | 43.1 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 401 | 51.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 400 | 51.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 374 | 48.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 32 |
| June 2026 | 33 |
| May 2026 | 32 |
| April 2026 | 32 |
| March 2026 | 26 |
| February 2026 | 23 |
| January 2026 | 27 |
| December 2025 | 32 |
| November 2025 | 21 |
| October 2025 | 36 |
| September 2025 | 37 |
| August 2025 | 35 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Caxton & Papworth over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. The largest increases were in vehicle crime (+28%). The largest falls were in shoplifting (-36%) and public order (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 134 | 17.2 | 0.50 | +4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 60 | 7.7 | 0.50 | +7% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 32 | 4.1 | 0.61 | +3% |
| Vehicle crime | 32 | 4.1 | 0.83 | +28% |
| Other theft | 29 | 3.7 | 0.58 | -15% |
| Burglary | 21 | 2.7 | 0.76 | -9% |
| Public order | 20 | 2.6 | 0.39 | -23% |
| Shoplifting | 14 | 1.8 | 0.22 | -36% |
| Other crime | 12 | 1.5 | 0.73 | -25% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.8 | 0.24 | -25% |
| Possession of weapons | 5 | 0.6 | 0.66 | -17% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.1 | 0.08 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Caxton & Papworth
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Caxton & Papworth recorded 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (17.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 36.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Caxton & Papworth
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Caxton & Papworth recorded 60 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 7% on the year before. It made up 16.4% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Caxton & Papworth
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Caxton & Papworth recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 3% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Caxton & Papworth
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Caxton & Papworth recorded 32 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 28% on the year before. It made up 8.7% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Caxton & Papworth
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Caxton & Papworth recorded 29 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 15% on the year before. It made up 7.9% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Caxton & Papworth
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Caxton & Papworth recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 9% on the year before. It made up 5.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Caxton & Papworth
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Caxton & Papworth recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 5.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Caxton & Papworth
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Caxton & Papworth recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 36% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Caxton & Papworth
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Caxton & Papworth recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Caxton & Papworth
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Caxton & Papworth recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Caxton & Papworth
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Caxton & Papworth recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and down 17% on the year before. It made up 1.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Caxton & Papworth
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Caxton & Papworth recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.3% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Caxton & Papworth, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Caxton & Papworth.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Caxton & Papworth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambourne | 725 | 52.1 | +11% |
| Caldecote | 132 | 38.9 | -17% |
| Bar Hill | 373 | 73.4 | +56% |
| Hardwick | 149 | 48.5 | +3% |
| Longstanton | 678 | 74.7 | +59% |
| Over & Willingham | 370 | 48.4 | +3% |
| Gamlingay | 123 | 36.5 | -22% |
| Girton | 180 | 37.5 | -20% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Caxton & Papworth over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 37 |
| On or near Ermine Street | 23 |
| On or near South Park Drive | 23 |
| On or near The Close | 18 |
| On or near Wood Lane | 14 |
| On or near High Street | 13 |
| On or near North Lodge Drive | 12 |
| On or near Dengaine Close | 10 |
| On or near Brockholt Road | 9 |
| On or near The Orchard | 9 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Caxton & Papworth over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 127 | 34.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 109 | 29.8% |
| Not recorded | 60 | 16.4% |
| Under investigation | 30 | 8.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 15 | 4.1% |
| Local resolution | 12 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 4 | 1.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 1.1% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.5% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 2 | 0.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.3% |
Caxton & Papworth has an estimated population of 7,788. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Caxton & Papworth sits in decile 8.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Caxton & Papworth |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 64.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 15.2% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 70.0% |
| Social rented homes | 17.5% |
| Private rented homes | 12.5% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.0 |
Is Caxton & Papworth a safe place to live?
Caxton & Papworth recorded 47.0 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Caxton & Papworth?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 134 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (60).
Is crime in Caxton & Papworth going up or down?
Recorded crime in Caxton & Papworth was down 3% on the year before: 366 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 379 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Caxton & Papworth?
Caxton & Papworth is policed by Cambridgeshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Caxton & Papworth. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.