Elmstead vs Great Shelford — Crime Comparison 2026

Side-by-side crime statistics from official UK Police data.

Elmstead

CO7 · Essex

9

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Violence & sexual offences3
  • Shoplifting2
  • Public order2

Great Shelford

CB2 · Cambridgeshire

183

crimes in April 2026

Near national average

  • Violence & sexual offences42
  • Anti-social behaviour33
  • Shoplifting31

Elmstead has less crime — 9 vs 183 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Great Shelford recorded substantially more crime than Elmstead in April 2026 — 183 incidents compared to 9, a 20.3x difference. The crime profiles diverge meaningfully: Elmstead sees higher rates of Public order (2), while Great Shelford has more Anti-social behaviour (33). Both areas sit near the national average, with modest differences in their overall safety profile.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Elmstead or Great Shelford safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Elmstead recorded fewer crimes than Great Shelford — 9 vs 183 incidents. That is 95% fewer crimes. Elmstead is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Elmstead and Great Shelford?

The main difference lies in crime type. In April 2026, Elmstead saw higher rates of Public order while Great Shelford had more Anti-social behaviour. Overall, Elmstead recorded fewer total crimes (9 vs 183).

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