Biggleswade Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 23,991, Biggleswade recorded 123 crimes in September 2024, equating to 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents. This rate is 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, contributing 36.6% of all reported incidents (45 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.5%, 24 cases) and shoplifting (13.0%, 16 cases). The seasonal context of September—marking the return to school and university freshers—likely influences patterns, with increased foot traffic and social interactions potentially contributing to higher levels of violence and anti-social behaviour. While shoplifting rates align closely with the UK average, the local focus on property crimes (57 total, 46.3% of all crimes) suggests a balance between violent and non-violent offences. Public order offences (8 cases) were 46% below the UK average, possibly reflecting community-focused policing or lower nightlife activity in the area. The data illustrates a mixed picture, with some categories significantly outperforming national trends while others remain in line with expectations for a built-up area in Central Bedfordshire.

September 2024 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 200% (from 4 to 12 cases), a stark increase that may relate to seasonal travel patterns or heightened activity in local car parks. Concurrently, burglary fell by 50% (from 12 to 6 cases), possibly due to increased community vigilance or targeted policing efforts. Other crime also rose sharply, tripling from 1 to 3 cases—a change that, while small in absolute terms, highlights the volatility of less frequent incidents. Violence and sexual offences remained 27% below the UK average (1.9 vs 2.6 per 1,000), consistent with the area’s lower overall crime rate. Anti-social behaviour, though down 15% from the UK average, still accounted for nearly one-fifth of all crimes, suggesting ongoing challenges in managing public conduct. Shoplifting rates were only 3% above the UK average, a narrow gap that may indicate effective retail security measures or a balanced approach to enforcement. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with some categories showing marked improvement while others require closer attention.

Biggleswade’s crime rate in September 2024 (5.1 per 1,000) remained stable compared to the previous month, with no significant change in the overall rate. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 4 crimes per day, a figure that residents may find useful for contextualising local safety. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 195 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is lower than the UK average. This statistic, when considered alongside the area’s population of 23,991, highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in a built-up area. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the volatility in specific categories, such as the doubling of vehicle crime and the sharp decline in burglary. These fluctuations suggest that while the broader crime picture remains consistent, targeted efforts or seasonal factors may influence individual types of crime. For residents, the 1-in-195 monthly exposure rate offers a tangible measure of risk, reinforcing the perception of Biggleswade as a safer area compared to national benchmarks.