Little Shelford vs Saffron Walden — Crime Comparison 2026

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

Little Shelford

CB22 · Cambridgeshire

1

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft1

Saffron Walden

CB10 · Essex

26

crimes in April 2026

Below national average

  • Other theft6
  • Anti-social behaviour5
  • Public order4

Little Shelford has less crime — 1 vs 26 incidents in April 2026.

What the data shows

Saffron Walden recorded substantially more crime than Little Shelford in April 2026 — 26 incidents compared to 1, a 26.0x difference. Both areas share a near-identical crime profile, with Other theft dominating in each. Both areas sit below the national average for recorded crime — a positive sign for either location.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Little Shelford or Saffron Walden safer?

Based on April 2026 Police data, Little Shelford recorded fewer crimes than Saffron Walden — 1 vs 26 incidents. That is 96% fewer crimes. Little Shelford is also below the national average for crime.

What are the main differences in crime between Little Shelford and Saffron Walden?

Both areas share Other theft as their top crime category. In April 2026, Little Shelford recorded 1 incidents of this type vs 6 in Saffron Walden. Total crime levels were broadly similar.

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