Wixams Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Wixams during June 2023 reveals a distinct profile shaped by the area’s built-up yet low-density character within Bedford. With a crime rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents — 65.9% below the UK average — the balance of crime types underscores a pattern influenced by local demographics and geography. Violence and sexual offences dominated, accounting for 34.8% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.7%) and public order issues (13.0%). This emphasis on violent and disorderly crimes contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically constitute a larger share. The seasonal context of June — the start of summer — may have contributed to the prominence of public order and violence, though the absence of significant spikes in shoplifting or vehicle crime suggests that Wixams’ retail and transport infrastructure does not drive these categories as intensely as in more densely populated urban areas. The relatively low proportion of property crimes (26.1% of total incidents) aligns with Wixams’ character as a planned community with limited commercial density, reducing opportunities for theft and burglary. This profile highlights a unique dynamic where social interactions and public spaces appear to be more influential in shaping crime trends than economic or infrastructural factors. The UK comparison further illustrates Wixams’ outlier status, with rates for violence, anti-social behaviour, and public order all significantly below national averages, reflecting a combination of effective local policing, community cohesion, and the area’s physical layout.

June 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with burglary, shoplifting, and vehicle crime each increasing by 100% compared to the previous month — though these categories had previously reported zero incidents. This uptick may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased foot traffic during summer or changes in local activity. Conversely, other theft and anti-social behaviour both declined, with other theft dropping by 66.7% and anti-social behaviour falling by 37.5%. These decreases align with the broader trend of Wixams’ crime rate being 65.9% below the UK average, particularly evident in categories like violence and sexual offences, which are 66% below the national rate. For residents, the drop in anti-social behaviour — a category often linked to public spaces — may indicate improved community management or seasonal changes in social activity. The stark contrast between rising and falling crime types highlights the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, even within a historically low-crime area.

Wixams’ crime rate in June 2023 fell by 4.0% compared to the previous month, marking a continued decline in reported incidents. With 23 crimes recorded over 30 days, the daily average stands at roughly one crime per day — a figure that, while low, reflects the area’s consistent trend of minimal criminal activity. When scaled to the population of 7,996 residents, this equates to one reported crime for every 348 residents over the course of the month, underscoring the relatively low risk residents face. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy in comparison to broader UK figures, where the average resident experiences crime at a rate over 2.5 times higher. The population-scaled perspective highlights that Wixams’ low crime rate is not merely a statistical anomaly but a consistent feature of the area, likely influenced by its built-up yet low-density character within Bedford. While the daily crime count provides a snapshot of activity, the monthly aggregate offers a more comprehensive view of how infrequent crimes are in this community.