Crime in Harston & Comberton: statistics, rates and trends
511 crimes were recorded in Harston & Comberton in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Harston & Comberton at a glance
- Crime trends in Harston & Comberton
- Types of crime in Harston & Comberton
- Harston & Comberton compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Harston & Comberton
- What happened after crimes were reported in Harston & Comberton
- Population and deprivation in Harston & Comberton
- Questions about crime in Harston & Comberton
- About this data
511 crimes were recorded in Harston & Comberton in the 12 months to July 2026, 46.0 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 10% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 155 reports (30% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Harston & Comberton has the 3,197th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Harston & Comberton | South Cambridgeshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 511 | 10,068 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 46.0 | 58.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +10% | +10% | -1% |
| Population | 11,099 | 172,544 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Harston & Comberton was highest in the year to July 2024 (583 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (404). Over the whole period it rose 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 | 511 | 46.0 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 464 | 41.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 583 | 52.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 530 | 47.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 432 | 38.9 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 433 | 39.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 418 | 37.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 404 | 36.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 471 | 42.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 44 |
| June 2026 | 40 |
| May 2026 | 59 |
| April 2026 | 48 |
| March 2026 | 53 |
| February 2026 | 48 |
| January 2026 | 40 |
| December 2025 | 31 |
| November 2025 | 35 |
| October 2025 | 38 |
| September 2025 | 28 |
| August 2025 | 47 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Harston & Comberton 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 criminal damage and arson (+25%) and anti-social behaviour (+23%).
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-30%) and public order (-28%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 155 | 14.0 | 0.41 | +4% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 119 | 10.7 | 0.70 | +23% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 50 | 4.5 | 0.66 | +25% |
| Burglary | 41 | 3.7 | 1.04 | +21% |
| Other theft | 33 | 3.0 | 0.46 | +10% |
| Vehicle crime | 30 | 2.7 | 0.55 | -30% |
| Public order | 23 | 2.1 | 0.31 | -28% |
| Shoplifting | 17 | 1.5 | 0.18 | +31% |
| Other crime | 16 | 1.4 | 0.68 | +33% |
| Possession of weapons | 12 | 1.1 | 1.11 | +50% |
| Drugs | 6 | 0.5 | 0.17 | +100% |
| Robbery | 4 | 0.4 | 0.27 | n/a |
| Theft from the person | 3 | 0.3 | 0.16 | +50% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.2 | 0.22 | +100% |
Violence and sexual offences in Harston & Comberton
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Harston & Comberton recorded 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (14.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 4% on the year before. It made up 30.3% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Harston & Comberton
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Harston & Comberton recorded 119 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 23% on the year before. It made up 23.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Harston & Comberton
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Harston & Comberton recorded 50 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Harston & Comberton
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Harston & Comberton recorded 41 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 8.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Harston & Comberton
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Harston & Comberton recorded 33 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 10% on the year before. It made up 6.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Harston & Comberton
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Harston & Comberton recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 5.9% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Harston & Comberton
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Harston & Comberton recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 28% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Harston & Comberton
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Harston & Comberton recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Harston & Comberton
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Harston & Comberton recorded 16 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 3.1% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Harston & Comberton
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Harston & Comberton recorded 12 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 2.3% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Harston & Comberton
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Harston & Comberton recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Harston & Comberton
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Harston & Comberton recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Harston & Comberton
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Harston & Comberton recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Harston & Comberton
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Harston & Comberton recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Harston & Comberton, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Harston & Comberton.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Harston & Comberton |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelford | 277 | 35.3 | -23% |
| Barrington | 188 | 45.8 | -0% |
| Hardwick | 149 | 48.5 | +5% |
| Caldecote | 132 | 38.9 | -15% |
| Girton | 180 | 37.5 | -19% |
| Sawston | 314 | 41.9 | -9% |
| Histon & Impington | 955 | 81.0 | +76% |
| Melbourn | 546 | 52.5 | +14% |
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 Harston & Comberton over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Osprey Drive | 24 |
| On or near Parking Area | 24 |
| On or near Oxbow Place | 20 |
| On or near Holben Close | 18 |
| On or near Kinsman Way | 18 |
| On or near High Street | 17 |
| On or near Button End | 16 |
| On or near Wisbey'S Yard | 16 |
| On or near Cambridge Road | 12 |
| On or near Royston Road | 12 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Harston & Comberton 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 | 167 | 32.7% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 146 | 28.6% |
| Not recorded | 119 | 23.3% |
| Under investigation | 30 | 5.9% |
| Local resolution | 14 | 2.7% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 12 | 2.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 10 | 2.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 6 | 1.2% |
| Offender given a caution | 3 | 0.6% |
| Suspect charged as part of another case | 2 | 0.4% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 1 | 0.2% |
Harston & Comberton has an estimated population of 11,099. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Harston & Comberton sits in decile 8.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Harston & Comberton |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.5% |
| Aged 65 and over | 21.3% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.0% |
| Social rented homes | 14.0% |
| Private rented homes | 11.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 8.6 |
Is Harston & Comberton a safe place to live?
Harston & Comberton recorded 46.0 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 Harston & Comberton?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 155 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (119).
Is crime in Harston & Comberton going up or down?
Recorded crime in Harston & Comberton was up 10% on the year before: 511 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 464 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Harston & Comberton?
Harston & Comberton 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 Harston & Comberton. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.