Stotfold Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Stotfold's January 2026 crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents places the area 51.5% below the UK average, a stark contrast to the national figure of 6.8 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area's relative safety, though the breakdown of crime types reveals a mixed picture. Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents, 31.7% of total crimes) and anti-social behaviour (13 incidents, 31.7%) dominate the monthly tally, with the former remaining 60% below the UK average. The seasonal context of January—a post-holiday period with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely contributes to the lower overall crime rate, as outdoor activity and commercial traffic typically drive property-related offences. Anti-social behaviour. compared to December, remains just 8% above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000, suggesting localised factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies may temper broader trends. Meanwhile, property crime rates are subdued, with vehicle crime falling by 50.0% and other theft dropping 87.5%, consistent with the reduced economic activity typical of January. Public order offences, at 3 incidents, are 52% below the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area's smaller scale and lower population density. These patterns highlight the interplay between seasonal rhythms and local demographics, with Stotfold's built-up character within Central Bedfordshire seemingly offering a buffer against certain crime types.

January 2026 saw significant decreases in other theft (-87.5%) and vehicle crime (-50.0%) compared to December, marking a sharp contrast to the 100% increase in bicycle theft and the 100% rise in drugs-related crimes. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with reduced retail activity likely contributing to lower property crime rates. Violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 31.7% of total crimes, remained 60% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's community policing efforts. Anti-social behaviour, however, rose 85.7% to 13 incidents, slightly above the UK average of 0.9 per 1,000, indicating a need for targeted interventions in high-traffic areas. The 100% increase in bicycle theft, though small in absolute terms, warrants attention, particularly as it exceeds the UK average for this category.

Stotfold's crime rate in January 2026 fell by 19.6% compared to December 2025, declining from 4.1 to 3.3 per 1,000 residents. This reduction aligns with the seasonal context of January, a post-holiday period marked by shorter daylight hours and reduced retail footfall, which may contribute to lower outdoor crime rates. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall crime rate. When considering the monthly exposure, one crime occurred for roughly every 304 residents, a statistic that underscores the area's comparative safety within the UK. This monthly aggregate highlights that residents are less likely to encounter crime than the UK average, though local variations in community engagement and policing strategies may further explain the trend. The population context of 12,479 residents provides a baseline for interpreting these figures, ensuring the data remains grounded in the area's specific demographic profile.