Crime Rate in Kempston South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kempston South

The total recorded crimes in Kempston South, Bedford, UK in May 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kempston South crime rate of 2.49 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 South, encompassing approximately 13,233 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (10) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Kempston South Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Hollies with total crimes: 12
  • Race Meadows Way with total crimes: 7
  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is Kempston South?

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

  • Relative to Bedford:

    • In 2024, Kempston South demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 433 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Kempston South recorded fewer crimes than 16 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

    • In 2023, Kempston South had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 297 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Kempston South recorded fewer crimes than 17 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Kempston South Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Kempston South has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 2.49 ranking 16th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK

In 2024, the total Kempston South crimes were 433. The crime rate of Kempston South in 2024 was 32.72 (year) or 2.73 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the Bedford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Kempston South were around 297 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.44 (year) or 1.87 (month) ranking 18 most dangerous area in the Bedford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Kempston South)CrimesRank (Kempston South)CrimesRank (Kempston South)
Castle223 13,339 12,552 1
Harpur140 31,539 41,500 2
Cauldwell174 22,147 21,374 3
Kingsbrook128 41,656 31,306 4
Queens Park92 61,038 6925 5
Goldington75 81,530 5886 6
Kempston West100 5935 7837 7
Eastcotts78 7553 12313 16
Newnham40 15670 9626 8
Kempston Central and East72 9721 8593 9
De Parys28 20558 11500 10
Great Barford51 10643 10422 11
Wilshamstead48 11482 15245 23
Brickhill46 12533 13399 12
Sharnbrook29 18314 22359 13
Kempston Rural46 13505 14358 14
Elstow and Stewartby42 14468 16320 15
Putnoe19 23378 18299 17
Harrold29 17368 19262 21
Bromham and Biddenham29 19367 20289 19
Wootton21 21330 21272 20
Clapham8 25195 25247 22
Wyboston19 22274 23184 24
Kempston North14 24200 24119 25
Oakley6 26104 2691 26
Riseley1 2761 2741 27

Kempston South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (7 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (8 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (22 cases).

In May 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (17 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 117 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 20253
March 20259
February 20258
January 20256
December 20247
November 20246
October 202413
September 20249
August 20247
July 202410
June 202422
May 20245

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.85 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20256
March 202510
February 20252
January 20253
December 20244
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20247

A total of 46 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
February 20256
January 20255
December 20246
November 20247
October 20242
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
July 20243

A total of 43 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 202418
May 20242

A total of 135 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 10.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20255
March 20253
February 202511
January 20254
December 20249
November 20246
October 202412
September 202420
August 20248
July 20248
June 202422
May 202417

A total of 23 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20242
September 20244
August 20245
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 26 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20241
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
November 20241
May 20243

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
June 20244

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242

High Crime Locations Kempston South in May 2025

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

1. The Hollies (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences4
Shoplifting3
Criminal damage and arson2
Burglary1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
2. Race Meadows Way (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting5
Other theft1
Public order1
3. Shopping Area (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. The Links (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
5. The Larches (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. The Rowans (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Magnolia Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Adams Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. The Elms (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Highfield Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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