Crime Rate in Kempston North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kempston North

The total recorded crimes in Kempston North, Bedford, UK in July 2025 are around 19 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kempston North crime rate of 2.80 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 Kempston North, encompassing approximately 6,792 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (160.00% increase)
  • Other crime: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
Kempston North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Vineyard Way with total crimes: 6
  • Stanton Road with total crimes: 3
  • Earls Holme with total crimes: 2

How safe is Kempston North?

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

  • Relative to Bedford:

    • In 2024, Kempston North demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 200 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kempston North recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

    • In 2023, Kempston North had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 119 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kempston North recorded fewer crimes than 24 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kempston North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Kempston North has recorded 19 crimes with crime rate of 2.80 ranking 25th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK

In 2024, the total Kempston North crimes were 200. The crime rate of Kempston North in 2024 was 29.45 (year) or 2.45 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the Bedford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kempston North were around 119 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.52 (year) or 1.46 (month) ranking 25 most dangerous area in the Bedford.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kempston North)CrimesRank (Kempston North)CrimesRank (Kempston North)
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
De Parys70 8558 11500 10
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
Oakley13 26104 2691 26
Riseley10 2761 2741 27

Kempston North 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 13 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Drugs 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 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20255
May 20256
April 20255
March 20256
February 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20243

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20254
April 20253
February 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
March 20251
October 20243

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20241

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Kempston North in July 2025

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

1. Vineyard Way (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Stanton Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Earls Holme (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Downfield Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Garden Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Slater Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
7. Burgess Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Loveridge Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Emmerton Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Kingston Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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