Biggleswade Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Biggleswade’s crime rate in February 2026 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 29.7% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects a broader trend in the built-up area within Central Bedfordshire, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to crime prevention. The top crime types were violence and sexual offences (34.6% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.9%) and criminal damage and arson (15.0%). The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—likely influenced these patterns. Reduced foot traffic in public spaces may have led to a focus on indoor crimes, such as violence, while lower visibility in outdoor areas could have contributed to anti-social behaviour. However, the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson suggests a potential shift in criminal activity, linked to seasonal events or changes in local enforcement priorities. The overall crime rate, though stable compared to the previous month, remains significantly lower than national averages, indicating that Biggleswade’s built-up area may benefit from specific local conditions, such as effective community engagement or infrastructure that deters crime.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in February 2026 was a 166.7% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from 6 to 16 incidents. This sharp rise contrasts with an 83.3% drop in drug-related crimes, which fell from 6 to 1 cases. Vehicle crime also decreased by 50%, from 8 to 4, suggesting a possible shift in criminal focus during the winter months. Biggleswade’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.5 per 1,000) is 35% below the UK average, highlighting a local strength in addressing violent crime. For residents, the significant drop in vehicle crime may indicate that local parking areas or transport hubs have seen reduced incidents, potentially linked to seasonal changes in commuter activity.

Biggleswade's crime rate in February 2026 remained stable at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month's figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in criminal activity. Locally, this equates to roughly 4 crimes reported each day, a figure that provides a daily snapshot of crime frequency in the area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 224 residents, illustrating the monthly exposure to crime in a population-scaled context. While this rate is 29.7% below the UK average, the stability in Biggleswade’s crime rate contrasts with broader national trends, where rates typically show more volatility. The local context—characterised by a built-up area within Central Bedfordshire—may contribute to this relative consistency, with community-focused policing or seasonal factors potentially playing a role in maintaining this equilibrium.