Crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire): statistics, rates and trends
399 crimes were recorded in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) in the 12 months to July 2026, 53.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) at a glance
- Crime trends in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- Types of crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- Brampton (Huntingdonshire) compared with nearby towns
- Areas within Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- Streets with the most crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- What happened after crimes were reported in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- Population and deprivation in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- Questions about crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
- About this data
399 crimes were recorded in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) in the 12 months to July 2026, 53.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 17% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 166 reports (42% of the total).
Of the 1,408 towns covered by this site, Brampton (Huntingdonshire) has the 1,094th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) | Huntingdonshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 399 | 12,940 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 53.8 | 67.9 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -17% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 7,421 | 190,619 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) was highest in the year to July 2024 (520 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2019 (294). Over the whole period it rose 33%, 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 | 399 | 53.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 479 | 64.5 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 520 | 70.1 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 518 | 69.8 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 453 | 61.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 419 | 56.5 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 344 | 46.4 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 294 | 39.6 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 300 | 40.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 38 |
| June 2026 | 47 |
| May 2026 | 28 |
| April 2026 | 24 |
| March 2026 | 32 |
| February 2026 | 17 |
| January 2026 | 43 |
| December 2025 | 37 |
| November 2025 | 23 |
| October 2025 | 33 |
| September 2025 | 40 |
| August 2025 | 37 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Brampton (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. The largest increases were in criminal damage and arson (+12%). The largest falls were in public order (-63%) and shoplifting (-40%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 166 | 22.4 | 0.65 | -10% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 69 | 9.3 | 0.61 | -18% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 37 | 5.0 | 0.74 | +12% |
| Shoplifting | 27 | 3.6 | 0.44 | -40% |
| Drugs | 18 | 2.4 | 0.74 | +20% |
| Vehicle crime | 18 | 2.4 | 0.49 | -25% |
| Burglary | 15 | 2.0 | 0.57 | +25% |
| Other crime | 15 | 2.0 | 0.96 | +0% |
| Other theft | 14 | 1.9 | 0.30 | -30% |
| Public order | 14 | 1.9 | 0.28 | -63% |
| Bicycle theft | 3 | 0.4 | 0.49 | -25% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.4 | 0.42 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (22.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 10% on the year before. It made up 41.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 17.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 37 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 9.3% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 27 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 6.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 3.8% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 30% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 63% on the year before. It made up 3.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Brampton (Huntingdonshire)
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the towns closest to Brampton (Huntingdonshire), for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Brampton (Huntingdonshire).
| Town | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Brampton (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntingdon | 3,262 | 123.2 | +129% |
| Godmanchester | 562 | 61.7 | +15% |
| St Ives (Huntingdonshire) | 1,129 | 65.1 | +21% |
| St Neots | 2,378 | 72.0 | +34% |
| Sawtry | 433 | 59.1 | +10% |
| Warboys | 263 | 49.5 | -8% |
| Cambourne | 622 | 56.9 | +6% |
| Ramsey | 552 | 100.4 | +87% |
1 areas within Brampton (Huntingdonshire), ordered by crime rate over the 12 months to July 2026. Brampton had the highest rate (56.7 per 1,000) and Brampton the lowest (56.7). Busy town and city centres often show high rates because many of the people there do not live there.
| Area | Type | Population | Crimes | Per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brampton | Neighbourhood | 10,265 | 582 | 56.7 |
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 Brampton (Huntingdonshire) over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Loakes Close | 54 |
| On or near Supermarket | 26 |
| On or near Walston Way | 20 |
| On or near Hinchinbrooke Road | 13 |
| On or near Keeling Lane | 12 |
| On or near Beasley Road | 11 |
| On or near Mandeville Road | 10 |
| On or near Sokemans Way | 10 |
| On or near Baker Close | 9 |
| On or near Miller Way | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Brampton (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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 130 | 32.6% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 106 | 26.6% |
| Not recorded | 69 | 17.3% |
| Under investigation | 37 | 9.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 13 | 3.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 11 | 2.8% |
| Local resolution | 11 | 2.8% |
| Court result unavailable | 10 | 2.5% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 1.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 4 | 1.0% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.3% |
Brampton (Huntingdonshire) has an estimated population of 7,421. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) sits in decile 7.6, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Brampton (Huntingdonshire) |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 22.0% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 60.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 70.5% |
| Social rented homes | 12.8% |
| Private rented homes | 16.7% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.6 |
Is Brampton (Huntingdonshire) a safe place to live?
Brampton (Huntingdonshire) recorded 53.8 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 Brampton (Huntingdonshire)?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 166 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (69).
Is crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) going up or down?
Recorded crime in Brampton (Huntingdonshire) was down 17% on the year before: 399 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 479 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Brampton (Huntingdonshire)?
Brampton (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 Brampton (Huntingdonshire). Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.