Rural Bedford Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Rural Bedford recorded a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents in November 2025, placing it 28.8% below the UK average of 7.3 per 1,000. This figure, while modest, highlights a consistent pattern of lower-than-average criminal activity in the area. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 33.8% of all reported crimes (27 incidents), a rate of 1.8 per 1,000 residents—30% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This relative safety in violent crime may be attributed to the area’s rural character, where community cohesion and limited public spaces could contribute to fewer incidents of interpersonal violence. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 23.8% of total crimes (19 incidents), a rate of 1.2 per 1,000, which is 13% above the UK average of 1.1 per 1,000. This divergence could reflect the seasonal context of November, with darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night increasing tensions or disruptions in local areas. Other theft, at 11.3% of total crimes (nine incidents), also exceeded the UK average by 18%, suggesting a need for heightened awareness around personal belongings, particularly during the Black Friday shopping period. The overall crime profile in Rural Bedford appears to be shaped by its built-up nature within a rural setting, where the presence of local amenities and community networks may moderate certain types of crime while leaving others, such as anti-social behaviour, more vulnerable to seasonal influences.

November 2025 saw a striking surge in anti-social behaviour, which increased by 171.4% compared to the previous month, rising from seven to nineteen incidents. This sharp rise may be linked to the darker evenings associated with the season, which could have influenced social interactions in public spaces. Meanwhile, other theft cases also rose sharply, increasing by 125% from four to nine, highlighting a growing concern for personal property in the area. Drug-related crimes were 85% above the UK average, with eight incidents recorded in the month. This divergence from national trends could indicate local factors, such as specific community challenges or unmet needs. In contrast, vehicle crime fell by 42.9%, from seven to four, reflecting reduced traffic activity during the holiday season or improved vehicle security measures. These shifts in crime patterns illustrate the dynamic nature of local criminal activity, with some categories showing marked volatility while others remain stable.

Rural Bedford's crime rate in November 2025 remained stable at 5.2 per 1,000 residents, matching the same rate recorded in the previous month. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately three reported crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the low overall rate and reflects the area’s generally safe environment. When viewed through a population lens, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 192 residents, underscoring the relatively low risk faced by individuals living in the area. While this rate is lower than the UK average, the stability in the monthly figure indicates that local factors—such as community policing efforts or seasonal patterns—have not led to a sharp increase or decrease in crime. The daily and monthly metrics provide a clear snapshot of the area’s crime profile, offering residents a tangible sense of the likelihood of encountering crime in their daily lives.