Crime Rate in De Parys: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in De Parys

The total recorded crimes in De Parys, Bedford, UK in July 2025 are around 70 as per the recent police data. This equates to a De Parys crime rate of 3.25 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 De Parys, encompassing approximately 21,570 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (37.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (87.50% increase)
  • Other theft: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
De Parys Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Park Avenue with total crimes: 16
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 8
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 7

How safe is De Parys?

To understand the safety of De Parys, we need to analyze De Parys crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Bedford:

    • In 2024, De Parys demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 558 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, De Parys witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

    • In 2023, De Parys had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 500 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, De Parys witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Bedford, De Parys has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Negative changes in overall safety.

De Parys Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the De Parys has recorded 70 crimes with crime rate of 3.25 ranking 8th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK

In 2024, the total De Parys crimes were 558. The crime rate of De Parys in 2024 was 25.87 (year) or 2.16 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Bedford.

In 2023, the total crimes in De Parys were around 500 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.18 (year) or 1.93 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Bedford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (De Parys)CrimesRank (De Parys)CrimesRank (De Parys)
Castle258 13,339 12,552 1
Harpur105 41,539 41,500 2
Cauldwell205 22,147 21,374 3
Kingsbrook156 31,656 31,306 4
Queens Park90 61,038 6925 5
Goldington84 71,530 5886 6
Kempston West100 5935 7837 7
Newnham46 15670 9626 8
Kempston Central and East62 11721 8593 9
Eastcotts70 9553 12313 16
Great Barford40 18643 10422 11
Brickhill65 10533 13399 12
Clapham59 12195 25247 22
Sharnbrook41 17314 22359 13
Kempston Rural52 13505 14358 14
Wilshamstead50 14482 15245 23
Elstow and Stewartby44 16468 16320 15
Putnoe27 24378 18299 17
Kempston South32 21433 17297 18
Bromham and Biddenham36 20367 20289 19
Harrold31 22368 19262 21
Wootton36 19330 21272 20
Wyboston30 23274 23184 24
Kempston North19 25200 24119 25
Oakley13 26104 2691 26
Riseley10 2761 2741 27

De Parys Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (16 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
September 20242
August 20245

A total of 33 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 34 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20254
May 20252
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 157 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.08 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202522
June 202516
May 202512
April 202519
March 20258
February 202512
January 202517
December 202410
November 202410
October 202410
September 20247
August 202414

A total of 68 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 20258
May 20255
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253
January 20251
December 20246
November 20243
October 20245
September 20248
August 20245

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20253
August 20241

A total of 11 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 38 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20252
April 20259
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 40 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.64 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20259
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20245
August 20246

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
September 20241

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
August 20241

High Crime Locations De Parys in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the De Parys postcode area is presented below.

1. Park Avenue (Map)
Total16
Violence and sexual offences10
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
Theft from the person1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Other theft1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour2
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
4. Pemberley Lane (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Theatre/Concert Hall (Map)
Total4
Burglary1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Glebe Road (Map)
Total3
Other theft2
Other crime1
7. St Edmond Road (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Campbell Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
9. Crediton Mews (Map)
Total2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Pentland Rise (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1

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