Stotfold Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Stotfold's crime profile in October 2025, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents. With a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 32.5% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This lower rate is consistent with Stotfold's character as a built-up area within Central Bedfordshire, where community density and local policing efforts may contribute to reduced property crime. The seasonal context of October—darker evenings, Halloween, and the clocks going back—likely plays a role in the elevated rates of violence and anti-social behaviour. While the overall crime rate is lower than the national average, the proportion of violent crime is higher, with 30 incidents reported compared to the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This suggests that local factors, such as the presence of schools or community hubs, may influence patterns of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour, though a smaller share of total crimes (24.6%), has seen a dramatic surge in October, raising questions about potential correlations with seasonal events or changes in community engagement. The area's lower rates of property crime, particularly in categories like burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), contrast sharply with the UK averages, indicating that Stotfold's built-up environment may offer greater security for homes and vehicles compared to more sprawling or rural areas.

October 2025 saw a dramatic 166.7% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 6 to 16 incidents. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in shoplifting and other crime, indicates a shift in the crime mix toward more public-facing offences. Violent crime remains the dominant category, accounting for 46.2% of all reported incidents, though it is 10% below the UK average. The sharp decline in burglary (-66.7%) and public order offences (-57.1%) contrasts with these increases, suggesting localized factors may be influencing patterns. For residents, the doubling of shoplifting cases highlights a need for heightened awareness in retail areas, particularly as Halloween approaches. The UK average for criminal damage and arson is 0.6 per 1,000, but Stotfold's rate of 0.2 per 1,000 is 64% lower, reflecting a stark divergence from national trends in property-related offences.

Stotfold's crime rate in October 2025 rose to 5.2 per 1,000 residents, a 62.3% increase from the previous month's 3.2 per 1,000. This translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily across the built-up area, with one crime occurring for every 192 residents over the course of the month. While the rate remains 32.5% below the UK average, the upward trend raises questions about local factors. The population-scaled perspective shows that Stotfold's crime profile is markedly different from the national average, particularly in categories like violent crime and anti-social behaviour. For context, the UK average for violent crime is 2.7 per 1,000, but Stotfold's rate of 2.4 per 1,000 is 10% lower. This contrast highlights the area's unique dynamics, where community density and local initiatives may play a role in maintaining lower rates despite the recent increase.