Biggleswade Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Biggleswade's per-capita crime rate in August 2024 (5.1 per 1,000) is 37.8% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, illustrating a significantly lower risk profile for residents. This rate translates to one reported crime for every 197 residents over the course of the month, a figure that contextualises the area's safety in practical terms. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (48 cases, 39.3% of total incidents), followed by anti-social behaviour (20 cases, 16.4%) and shoplifting (15 cases, 12.3%). These figures align with Biggleswade's character as a smaller built-up area within Central Bedfordshire, where community dynamics and local policing may contribute to lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors appear to influence certain categories: August's peak holiday season likely increases burglary risks, as evidenced by the 71.4% month-on-month rise in such incidents. However, the area's overall crime profile remains consistently below national averages, with violent crime rates 26% lower than the UK average and anti-social behaviour incidents 44% below the national benchmark. This suggests a combination of local policing effectiveness, community engagement, and the area's demographic profile as factors in maintaining a relatively low crime environment. The 37.8% gap between Biggleswade's rate and the UK average highlights the importance of contextualising crime statistics to avoid overestimating risks for residents in this specific area.

August saw a 71.4% increase in burglary cases, rising from seven to twelve incidents. This shift may partly explain the seasonal context of August as a peak holiday month, with empty homes increasing burglary risks. Possession of weapons also rose sharply, doubling from one to two incidents, though this remains well below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Conversely, other theft cases fell by 28.6% (from seven to five), indicating possible improvements in community policing or retail security measures. The breakdown of violent crimes (48 cases) accounted for 39.3% of total incidents, a proportion that is 26% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour incidents (20 cases) were 44% below the UK average, reflecting a lower prevalence of such disturbances in this area compared to the national picture.

Biggleswade's crime rate in August 2024 (5.1 per 1,000) remained stable compared to July's 5.0 per 1,000, reflecting a 1.8% increase that is negligible in practical terms. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 197 residents, a figure that contextualises the risk as relatively low compared to larger urban areas. Daily crime counts averaged four incidents per day, a number that aligns with the area's character as a smaller built-up area within Central Bedfordshire. When scaled to the population of 23,991, the monthly exposure translates to a 0.05% chance of being directly affected by crime, a statistic that may help residents assess personal risk in relation to broader UK trends. This stability contrasts with the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, highlighting Biggleswade's consistently lower crime profile despite seasonal fluctuations.