Silsoe Crime Rate

Crime statistics for Silsoe, Central Bedfordshire, reveal a crime rate of 41.8 per 1,000 residents between January 2025 and December 2025. This figure is notably lower than the UK average of 91.6 per 1,000, contributing to a safety score of 91/100, significantly higher than the national average of 79/100. While the overall crime rate is comparatively low, understanding the specific types of crimes occurring and any trends is crucial for maintaining safety and security within the community. The observed crime rate has remained relatively stable, showing a 2.9% year-on-year change, indicating a consistent, albeit manageable, level of criminal activity.

Silsoe, within Central Bedfordshire, reflects the crime patterns often seen in smaller, more rural built-up areas. The most prevalent crimes reported between January 2025 and December 2025 were anti-social behaviour (52 incidents), violence and sexual offences (40 incidents), and vehicle crime (12 incidents). This represents 15.2, 11.7, and 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents respectively. Criminal damage and arson accounted for 9 incidents, while other theft saw 8 reported cases. Burglary, public order offences, and drug-related crimes each had 6 reported incidents, and shoplifting was noted in 2 instances. The overall property crime rate in Silsoe stands at 10.8 per 1,000 residents, indicating a level of property-related offences that, while not negligible, is influenced by the area’s characteristics. The presence of a relatively small population (3,420) means that even a small number of incidents can significantly impact the crime rate per capita.

Crime rates in Silsoe have remained relatively stable, demonstrating a 2.9% year-on-year change. Monthly data reveals fluctuations, with a peak in reported crimes in July 2025 (6.4 per 1,000/month) and a low in February 2025 (1.5 per 1,000/month). While these variations occur, the overall trend indicates a consistent level of criminal activity within the area. January saw 3.5 per 1,000, March 3.5, April 5.0, May 3.5, June 2.3, August 2.6, September 2.6, October 3.2, November 3.5 and December 4.1. This stability suggests that current crime prevention measures are having a moderating effect.

How To Keep Safe in Silsoe

Given that anti-social behaviour is the most prevalent crime in Silsoe, it's important to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities. With vehicle crime also being a concern, ensure your vehicle is parked in a well-lit area and that all doors and windows are locked. Be aware of your surroundings, especially during the evening hours when violence and sexual offences are more likely to occur. Consider joining or supporting local neighbourhood watch schemes to build community resilience and share information. Finally, ensure your home is well-lit and that you have secure locks on all doors and windows.

Crime patterns in Silsoe vary throughout the day. Burglary incidents are most likely to occur in the afternoon (12pm - 6pm), while vehicle crime is concentrated during the night (12am - 6am). The afternoon period also sees a higher incidence of theft. While violence and sexual offences are less common overall, they tend to be more prevalent in the evening hours. Understanding these patterns can help residents be more aware of their surroundings and take appropriate precautions at different times of the day.

Silsoe’s crime rate is comparatively lower than several neighbouring areas. Flitton has a crime rate of 23.6 per 1,000, while Clophill reports a rate of 40.8 per 1,000. Notably, Greenfield and Pulloxhill, both within Central Bedfordshire, have reported zero crime incidents. This suggests that while Silsoe experiences some criminal activity, it is generally safer than several nearby communities. However, it's important to remember that these are just statistics, and individual experiences can vary.

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