Crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire: statistics, rates and trends
123 crimes were recorded in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- Types of crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- Population and deprivation in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- Questions about crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
- About this data
123 crimes were recorded in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 36.5 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 5% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 47 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire has the 3,575th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire | South Cambridgeshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 123 | 10,068 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 36.5 | 58.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -5% | +10% | -1% |
| Population | 3,370 | 172,544 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire was highest in the year to July 2024 (173 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (123). Over the whole period it fell 8%, 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 | 123 | 36.5 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 129 | 38.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 173 | 51.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 154 | 45.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 135 | 40.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 145 | 43.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 161 | 47.8 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 164 | 48.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 134 | 39.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 11 |
| June 2026 | 17 |
| May 2026 | 9 |
| April 2026 | 16 |
| March 2026 | 10 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 3 |
| December 2025 | 12 |
| November 2025 | 8 |
| October 2025 | 9 |
| September 2025 | 11 |
| August 2025 | 5 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire 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 falls were in violence and sexual offences (-23%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 47 | 13.9 | 0.41 | -23% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 25 | 7.4 | 0.48 | +56% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 13 | 3.9 | 0.57 | +30% |
| Other theft | 10 | 3.0 | 0.46 | +25% |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.7 | 0.76 | +12% |
| Vehicle crime | 6 | 1.8 | 0.36 | -33% |
| Other crime | 4 | 1.2 | 0.56 | n/a |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.9 | 0.27 | +200% |
| Public order | 3 | 0.9 | 0.13 | -57% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.6 | 0.07 | -60% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.36 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (13.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 38.2% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 56% on the year before. It made up 20.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 13 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 30% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 8.1% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 9 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 up 12% on the year before. It made up 7.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 4.9% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 200% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 57% on the year before. It made up 2.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 60% on the year before. It made up 1.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mordens | 237 | 55.6 | +52% |
| Cambourne | 725 | 52.1 | +43% |
| Caxton & Papworth | 366 | 47.0 | +29% |
| Bassingbourn | 254 | 69.8 | +91% |
| Caldecote | 132 | 38.9 | +7% |
| Barrington | 188 | 45.8 | +26% |
| Hardwick | 149 | 48.5 | +33% |
| Melbourn | 546 | 52.5 | +44% |
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 Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Plane Tree Close | 14 |
| On or near Bell Foundry Close | 7 |
| On or near Stocks Lane | 7 |
| On or near Beechside | 6 |
| On or near Church Street | 6 |
| On or near Havelock Close | 6 |
| On or near Potton Road | 5 |
| On or near Bunyan Close | 4 |
| On or near Dolphins Way | 4 |
| On or near East Lane | 4 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire 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 | 47 | 38.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 32 | 26.0% |
| Not recorded | 25 | 20.3% |
| Under investigation | 10 | 8.1% |
| Court result unavailable | 4 | 3.3% |
| Local resolution | 2 | 1.6% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.8% |
| Status update unavailable | 1 | 0.8% |
Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire has an estimated population of 3,370. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire sits in decile 7.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 16.8% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 76.8% |
| Social rented homes | 11.9% |
| Private rented homes | 11.1% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.0 |
Is Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire a safe place to live?
Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire recorded 36.5 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 Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 47 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (25).
Is crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire was down 5% on the year before: 123 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 129 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire?
Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire 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 Gamlingay, South Cambridgeshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.