Crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire: statistics, rates and trends
232 crimes were recorded in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire in the 12 months to August 2026, 49.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime map
- Crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- Types of crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- Duxford, South Cambridgeshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- Demographics of Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- Questions about crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire
- About this data
Crime map
Violence and sexual offences (62), anti-social behaviour (46) and vehicle crime (26) made up 58% of all recorded crime. Its crime rate ranks 3,043rd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site (1 = highest), in the lowest quarter.
| Measure | Duxford, South Cambridgeshire | South Cambridgeshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to August 2026 | 232 | 10,190 | 5,618,064 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.7 | 59.1 | 96.7 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | +11% | -1% |
| Population | 4,671 | 172,544 | 58,127,638 |
Recorded crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire peaked in the year to August 2018 (332 crimes) and was lowest in the year to August 2021 (216). Between the years to August 2018 and 2026 it fell 30%, while across England and Wales it fell 4%.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to August 2026 | 232 | 49.7 | 96.7 |
| Year to August 2025 | 237 | 50.7 | 97.2 |
| Year to August 2024 | 231 | 49.5 | 97.9 |
| Year to August 2023 | 259 | 55.4 | n/a |
| Year to August 2022 | 284 | 60.8 | 102.0 |
| Year to August 2021 | 216 | 46.2 | 101.4 |
| Year to August 2020 | 275 | 58.9 | 102.7 |
| Year to August 2019 | 244 | 52.2 | 101.7 |
| Year to August 2018 | 332 | 71.1 | 100.8 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| August 2026 | 27 |
| July 2026 | 33 |
| June 2026 | 15 |
| May 2026 | 13 |
| April 2026 | 15 |
| March 2026 | 11 |
| February 2026 | 24 |
| January 2026 | 22 |
| December 2025 | 12 |
| November 2025 | 20 |
| October 2025 | 16 |
| September 2025 | 24 |
No category with at least 20 crimes was notably above the England and Wales rate, and violence and sexual offences (61% below) and anti-social behaviour (36% below) were well below it.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 62 | 13.3 | 34.2 | -10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 46 | 9.8 | 15.4 | 0% |
| Vehicle crime | 26 | 5.6 | 5.0 | +13% |
| Other theft | 20 | 4.3 | 6.4 | n/a |
| Criminal damage and arson | 19 | 4.1 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Burglary | 16 | 3.4 | 3.6 | n/a |
| Public order | 15 | 3.2 | 6.7 | n/a |
| Drugs | 14 | 3.0 | 3.3 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 12 | 2.6 | 8.5 | n/a |
| Other crime | 2 | 0.4 | 2.1 | n/a |
What each category covers: crime categories.
3 of the 8 nearest neighbourhoods have a higher crime rate than Duxford, South Cambridgeshire; the highest is Fen Ditton & Fulbourn (94.0 per 1,000) and the lowest Balsham, South Cambridgeshire (31.5).
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Duxford, South Cambridgeshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sawston | 312 | 41.6 | -16% |
| Shelford | 269 | 34.2 | -31% |
| Linton | 427 | 56.6 | +14% |
| Harston & Comberton | 517 | 46.6 | -6% |
| Melbourn | 568 | 54.6 | +10% |
| Fen Ditton & Fulbourn | 1,071 | 94.0 | +89% |
| Balsham | 98 | 31.5 | -37% |
| Barrington | 180 | 43.9 | -12% |
The 10 locations below account for 50% of the crime recorded in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire over the 12 months to August 2026; the most were recorded at “Parking Area” (18).
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 18 |
| On or near Glebe Crescent | 17 |
| On or near Sawston Road | 17 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 16 |
| On or near Station Road East | 12 |
| On or near North End Road | 9 |
| On or near Newmarket Road | 8 |
| On or near London Road | 7 |
| On or near Whittlesford Service Area | 7 |
| On or near Cambridge Road | 6 |
Of the 186 crimes in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire with a recorded outcome, 36% ended with the investigation complete and no suspect identified, against 35% across England and Wales; 3.8% were awaiting a court outcome (England and Wales: 5.2%). The 46 anti-social behaviour reports have no outcome and are left out.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 82 | 44.1% | 34.5% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 67 | 36.0% | 35.3% |
| Under investigation | 14 | 7.5% | 11.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 4.3% | 4.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 7 | 3.8% | 5.2% |
| Local resolution | 5 | 2.7% | 3.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 2 | 1.1% | 2.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.5% | 0.6% |
Duxford, South Cambridgeshire has an estimated population of 4,671 (ONS, mid-2024). Compared with England and Wales it has fewer households without a car (8.2%, against 23.3%), fewer unemployed residents (1.4%, against 3.4%) and more residents with Level 4 qualifications or above (47%, against 34%). On the England IoD 2025, the small areas (LSOAs) that make up Duxford, South Cambridgeshire average decile 8.0 (1 = most deprived), less deprived than average.
| Measure | Duxford, South Cambridgeshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.5% | 18.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.2% | 18.9% |
| Residents 16+ in work | 63.2% | 57.2% |
| Residents 16+ unemployed | 1.4% | 3.4% |
| Residents 16+ retired | 23.7% | 21.6% |
| Residents 16+ who are students | 4.9% | 7.9% |
| Residents 16+ with Level 4 qualifications or above (degree, HND and similar) | 47.0% | 33.8% |
| Residents 16+ with no qualifications | 12.4% | 18.2% |
| Households with no car or van | 8.2% | 23.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 67.9% | 62.5% |
| Social rented homes | 16.5% | 17.1% |
| Private rented homes | 15.4% | 20.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.0 | 5.5 (England) |
Is Duxford, South Cambridgeshire a safe place to live?
Duxford, South Cambridgeshire recorded 49.7 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to August 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.7, and ranks 3,043rd of the 3,911 neighbourhoods on this site by crime rate (1 = highest).
What is the most common crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 62 reports in the 12 months to August 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (46).
Is crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Duxford, South Cambridgeshire was down 2% on the year before: 232 crimes in the 12 months to August 2026 against 237 in the previous 12 months.
What is the population of Duxford, South Cambridgeshire?
About 4,671 people (ONS mid-2024 estimate), 21% of them aged 65 or over (England and Wales: 19%).
Which police force covers Duxford, South Cambridgeshire?
Duxford, South Cambridgeshire is policed by Cambridgeshire.
Police-recorded crime from data.police.uk (September 2017 to August 2026), ONS population estimates and Census 2021. Definitions and limitations: methodology.