Crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire: statistics, rates and trends
171 crimes were recorded in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire at a glance
- Crime trends in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- Types of crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- What happened after crimes were reported in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- Population and deprivation in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- Questions about crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
- About this data
171 crimes were recorded in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire in the 12 months to July 2026, 49.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 3% on the year before. The most common offence was anti-social behaviour, with 37 reports (22% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire has the 3,059th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire | Huntingdonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 171 | 12,940 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 49.2 | 67.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +3% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 3,477 | 190,619 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire was highest in the year to July 2019 (189 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2021 (128). Over the whole period it rose 7%, 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 | 171 | 49.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 166 | 47.7 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 150 | 43.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 141 | 40.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 135 | 38.8 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 128 | 36.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 147 | 42.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 189 | 54.4 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 160 | 46.0 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 11 |
| June 2026 | 12 |
| May 2026 | 15 |
| April 2026 | 13 |
| March 2026 | 12 |
| February 2026 | 9 |
| January 2026 | 17 |
| December 2025 | 18 |
| November 2025 | 16 |
| October 2025 | 16 |
| September 2025 | 15 |
| August 2025 | 17 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire 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. Rates were well above the national level for possession of weapons.
The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-20%) and violence and sexual offences (-11%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anti-social behaviour | 37 | 10.6 | 0.69 | -3% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 33 | 9.5 | 0.28 | -11% |
| Other theft | 24 | 6.9 | 1.08 | +140% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 20 | 5.8 | 0.85 | +43% |
| Vehicle crime | 20 | 5.8 | 1.17 | -20% |
| Burglary | 9 | 2.6 | 0.73 | +0% |
| Possession of weapons | 8 | 2.3 | 2.37 | +167% |
| Drugs | 7 | 2.0 | 0.62 | +40% |
| Other crime | 6 | 1.7 | 0.82 | -14% |
| Public order | 5 | 1.4 | 0.22 | -69% |
| Shoplifting | 2 | 0.6 | 0.07 | +0% |
Anti-social behaviour in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (10.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 21.6% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 33 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 140% on the year before. It made up 14.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 43% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.8 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 11.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 5.3% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 167% on the year before. It made up 4.7% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 69% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire 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 almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Great Staughton | 170 | 46.2 | -6% |
| Buckden | 167 | 46.0 | -6% |
| Brampton | 582 | 56.7 | +15% |
| The Stukeleys | 629 | 82.4 | +68% |
| Sawtry | 433 | 59.1 | +20% |
| St Neots Priory Park & Little Paxton | 454 | 46.4 | -6% |
| St Neots Eatons | 679 | 60.3 | +23% |
| Huntingdon North | 2,167 | 176.6 | +259% |
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 Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Parking Area | 15 |
| On or near Church Lane | 12 |
| On or near Thrapston Road | 11 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 10 |
| On or near High Street | 9 |
| On or near The Avenue | 8 |
| On or near Hill Place | 7 |
| On or near Loop Road | 6 |
| On or near Main Street | 6 |
| On or near Park Lane | 6 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 65 | 38.0% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 39 | 22.8% |
| Not recorded | 37 | 21.6% |
| Under investigation | 12 | 7.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 8 | 4.7% |
| Local resolution | 4 | 2.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 1.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 1 | 0.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 1 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.6% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% |
Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire has an estimated population of 3,477. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire sits in decile 7.5, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.2% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 61.3% |
| Aged 65 and over | 24.4% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 79.2% |
| Social rented homes | 8.0% |
| Private rented homes | 12.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.5 |
Is Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire a safe place to live?
Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire recorded 49.2 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 Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire?
Anti-social behaviour was the most common category, with 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (33).
Is crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire going up or down?
Recorded crime in Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire was up 3% on the year before: 171 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 166 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire?
Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire 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 Kimbolton, Huntingdonshire. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.