Wixams Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Wixams, a built-up area within Bedford, recorded a crime rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents in November 2023, placing it 65.3% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s comparatively low crime profile, a trend consistent with its character as a residential and semi-commercial zone with limited nightlife or high-density retail. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (38.1% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour and public order offences (each 9.5%). These figures align with November’s seasonal context, where darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night might temporarily elevate concerns about public safety. However, the overall low rate suggests that Wixams’ infrastructure—such as well-lit streets and community engagement—likely contributes to its safety. The drop in violent crime from October to November, though not statistically significant in isolation, may reflect broader seasonal patterns, such as reduced foot traffic during the post-Black Friday lull or fewer outdoor gatherings. While violence and sexual offences remain the most common category, their rate is 61% below the UK average, reinforcing the area’s position as a safer locale. This is consistent with Wixams’ demographic profile, where a higher proportion of residents may be employed in stable, white-collar sectors rather than in industries historically linked to higher crime rates.

November 2023 saw a 50% month-on-month decrease in violence and sexual offences, the most common crime category, dropping from 16 to 8 incidents. This decline may partly explain the overall 36.3% reduction in the area’s crime rate compared to October. While violent crime fell sharply, other categories showed mixed trends: other crime, possession of weapons, and theft from the person each increased by 100%, though these remain rare given the low base numbers. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Wixams (1.0 per 1,000) is 61% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a gap that underscores the area’s relative safety despite the recent increases in specific categories. Residents may find the 50% drop in violent crime particularly noteworthy, as it suggests effective local measures or seasonal factors—such as the absence of summer festivals—contributing to reduced tensions in public spaces.

Wixams' crime rate in November 2023 fell to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, a 36.3% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.1. This reduction aligns with seasonal patterns, as November typically sees fewer crimes linked to summer activities or holidays. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 381 residents, illustrating a low monthly exposure compared to larger urban areas. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day, a figure that, while specific to Wixams, reflects the sparse nature of crime in this built-up area. The population-scaled perspective further contextualises this: with 7,996 residents, the 21 total crimes reported represent a manageable burden for local services. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where the same number of crimes would equate to a significantly higher rate, though such comparisons are not directly applicable to Wixams’ unique demographic and geographic profile.