Arlesey Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Arlesey’s June 2025 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents—37% below the UK average—reflects a consistently low level of criminal activity for a built-up area in Central Bedfordshire. With 31 total crimes reported, the area’s rate is well below the national benchmark of 8.1 per 1,000, underscoring its relative safety. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (29% of total), followed by anti-social behaviour (25.8%) and burglary (12.9%). These figures align with patterns typical of small urban centres, where interpersonal disputes and minor offences often dominate. The seasonal context of June, the start of summer, likely influences activity levels: longer daylight hours and the onset of school holidays may contribute to increased social interaction in public spaces, potentially driving anti-social behaviour. However, the decline in violence and sexual offences compared to the previous month suggests that local initiatives or seasonal rhythms may be mitigating risks. Burglary, while a small share of total crimes, remains a concern, with its rate (0.7 per 1,000) 150% above the UK average. This discrepancy could reflect local factors such as housing density or specific vulnerabilities in property security. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by Arlesey’s character as a compact, community-oriented area, where crime rates remain low but not immune to localized spikes.

June 2025 saw a 100% increase in burglary cases, rising from 2 to 4 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with the 27.3% drop in anti-social behaviour, which fell from 11 to 8. The crime mix also shifted: violence and sexual offences, the most common category, dropped by 18.2%, while burglary and other theft both doubled compared to the previous month. Burglary in Arlesey (0.7 per 1,000) is 150% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), highlighting a local anomaly. Possession of weapons also surged from 0 to 1, a 100% increase, though this remains below the UK average (0.1 per 1,000). These changes suggest seasonal or situational factors may be influencing crime patterns, such as increased home occupancy during summer or targeted activity in specific areas. Residents might find the burglary increase particularly relevant, as it could signal heightened risks in certain neighbourhoods.

In June 2025, Arlesey recorded 31 total crimes across a population of 6,072 residents, translating to one reported crime for every 196 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure places the area in a safer position relative to the UK average, which stands at 8.1 per 1,000. The daily crime count in Arlesey averaged roughly one incident per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s overall low crime profile. When compared to the previous month’s rate of 5.3 per 1,000, June’s rate of 5.1 per 1,000 reflects a 3.0% decrease, suggesting a slight but consistent trend in maintaining lower crime levels. For residents, this means the likelihood of encountering crime remains significantly lower than the national average, though the recent uptick in burglary and weapon possession highlights areas requiring attention. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that Arlesey’s crime profile is shaped by local factors distinct from broader UK trends, with its built-up character and community dynamics likely influencing the crime mix.