The total recorded crimes in Clapham, Bedford, UK in March 2025 are around 6 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clapham crime rate of 2.63 per 1,000 population.
It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Clapham, encompassing approximately 2,277 residents.
Most occured crime TypesThe most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:
The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,
To understand the safety of Clapham, we need to analyze Clapham crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.
Relative to Bedford:
In 2024, Clapham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 195 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Clapham recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 26 other cities.
In 2023, Clapham had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 247 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Clapham recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 26 other cities.
Overall Assessment:
Compared to other areas in Bedford, Clapham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.
The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.
In March 2025 the Clapham has recorded 6 crimes with crime rate of 2.63 ranking 26th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK
In 2024, the total Clapham crimes were 195. The crime rate of Clapham in 2024 was 85.62 (year) or 7.14 (month) ranking it 25 dangerous area in the Bedford.
In 2023, the total crimes in Clapham were around 247 crimes with yearly crime rate of 108.46 (year) or 9.04 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Bedford.
| Area | March 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes | Rank (Bedford) | Crimes | Rank (Bedford) | Crimes | Rank (Bedford) | |
| Castle | 235 | 1 | 3,339 | 1 | 2,552 | 1 |
| Harpur | 115 | 4 | 1,539 | 4 | 1,500 | 2 |
| Cauldwell | 131 | 2 | 2,147 | 2 | 1,374 | 3 |
| Kingsbrook | 108 | 5 | 1,656 | 3 | 1,306 | 4 |
| Goldington | 116 | 3 | 1,530 | 5 | 886 | 6 |
| Queens Park | 56 | 7 | 1,038 | 6 | 925 | 5 |
| Kempston West | 98 | 6 | 935 | 7 | 837 | 7 |
| Newnham | 40 | 11 | 670 | 9 | 626 | 8 |
| Kempston Central and East | 55 | 8 | 721 | 8 | 593 | 9 |
| Eastcotts | 48 | 9 | 553 | 12 | 313 | 16 |
| De Parys | 27 | 18 | 558 | 11 | 500 | 10 |
| Great Barford | 37 | 14 | 643 | 10 | 422 | 11 |
| Kempston Rural | 48 | 10 | 505 | 14 | 358 | 14 |
| Brickhill | 38 | 12 | 533 | 13 | 399 | 12 |
| Sharnbrook | 37 | 13 | 314 | 22 | 359 | 13 |
| Elstow and Stewartby | 33 | 16 | 468 | 16 | 320 | 15 |
| Wilshamstead | 36 | 15 | 482 | 15 | 245 | 23 |
| Putnoe | 27 | 19 | 378 | 18 | 299 | 17 |
| Kempston South | 29 | 17 | 433 | 17 | 297 | 18 |
| Bromham and Biddenham | 20 | 23 | 367 | 20 | 289 | 19 |
| Harrold | 24 | 20 | 368 | 19 | 262 | 21 |
| Wootton | 22 | 22 | 330 | 21 | 272 | 20 |
| Wyboston | 22 | 21 | 274 | 23 | 184 | 24 |
| Kempston North | 9 | 24 | 200 | 24 | 119 | 25 |
| Oakley | 9 | 25 | 104 | 26 | 91 | 26 |
| Riseley | 4 | 27 | 61 | 27 | 41 | 27 |
For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).
February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Drugs incidents were also notably high (2 cases).
December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.
During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).
In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.
For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).
July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.
During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (16 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).
In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).
Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.
| Crime Type | Count | Crime Rate | Change |
|---|
A total of 63 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 4 |
| February 2025 | 6 |
| January 2025 | 8 |
| December 2024 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 5 |
| October 2024 | 6 |
| September 2024 | 5 |
| August 2024 | 6 |
| July 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 4 |
| May 2024 | 7 |
| April 2024 | 6 |
A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 2 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| June 2024 | 8 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | 1 |
| February 2025 | 2 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 2 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| May 2024 | 3 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.44 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 1 |
| December 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 4 |
| August 2024 | 2 |
| July 2024 | 5 |
| June 2024 | 16 |
| May 2024 | 4 |
| April 2024 | 6 |
A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| February 2025 | 1 |
| January 2025 | 2 |
| November 2024 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| May 2024 | 1 |
A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| January 2025 | 1 |
| October 2024 | 1 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 4 |
| July 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| December 2024 | 2 |
| October 2024 | 3 |
| September 2024 | 1 |
| August 2024 | 1 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 2 |
A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | 4 |
| October 2024 | 2 |
| June 2024 | 2 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
| April 2024 | 1 |
A total of 1 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.
| Month | Count |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | 1 |
A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Clapham postcode area is presented below.