Ampthill Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ampthill’s December 2025 crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents translates to 45 crimes for a population of 9,063—a figure that equates to one crime for every 201 residents over the course of the month. This rate is 28.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (40% of total incidents), followed by criminal damage and arson (11.1%) and anti-social behaviour (8.9%). These figures suggest a mixed crime profile, with violent crimes dominating despite being below the UK average. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, party season, and extended evening darkness—likely contributes to the patterns observed. For instance, the high proportion of violent offences may be linked to increased social interactions during festive events, while the spike in shoplifting (up 100% from November) could reflect the pressure of holiday retail activity. However, the area’s performance in categories like anti-social behaviour (57% below the UK average) indicates effective local measures or demographic characteristics that mitigate certain types of crime. The overall crime rate, though higher than the previous month’s 2.4 per 1,000, remains well within the UK benchmark, suggesting that Ampthill’s built-up area within Central Bedfordshire maintains a distinct crime profile shaped by its population size, local infrastructure, and seasonal rhythms.

December 2025 saw sharp increases in shoplifting, burglary, and other theft, each rising by 100% compared to November. This surge in property-related crimes contrasts with a relatively stable share of violent crimes, which accounted for 40% of total incidents—significantly lower than the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.6 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 57% below the UK average, a trend that may reflect community efforts or seasonal factors such as holiday gatherings. Criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) were 15% above the UK average, possibly linked to festive decorations or increased property activity. Residents may find the tripling of shoplifting incidents particularly concerning, as it aligns with the peak of Christmas shopping and the associated challenges of managing retail spaces during the holiday season.

Ampthill's crime rate in December 2025 (5.0 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 104.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.4 per 1,000. This surge, though significant, remains 28.6% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. Daily crime data reveals an average of one reported crime per day across the 31-day period, a figure that may resonate differently with residents depending on local perceptions of safety. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 201 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the area’s population of 9,063. While the rise in crime is notable, Ampthill continues to perform better than the UK average in several categories, such as violence and sexual offences, which are 22% below the national benchmark. This contrast highlights the area’s relative success in managing certain crime types despite the month-on-month increase, suggesting that local factors—such as community engagement or policing strategies—may be contributing to these outcomes.