Crime Rate in Kempston South: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Kempston South

The total recorded crimes in Kempston South, Bedford, UK in March 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Kempston South crime rate of 2.19 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 Mar were:

  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (12.50% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Kempston South Crime Hotspots

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

  • Shopping Area with total crimes: 5
  • The Hollies with total crimes: 4
  • The Larches with total crimes: 3

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Kempston South has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 2.19 ranking 17th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Bedford)CrimesRank (Bedford)CrimesRank (Bedford)
Castle235 13,339 12,552 1
Harpur115 41,539 41,500 2
Cauldwell131 22,147 21,374 3
Kingsbrook108 51,656 31,306 4
Goldington116 31,530 5886 6
Queens Park56 71,038 6925 5
Kempston West98 6935 7837 7
Newnham40 11670 9626 8
Kempston Central and East55 8721 8593 9
Eastcotts48 9553 12313 16
De Parys27 18558 11500 10
Great Barford37 14643 10422 11
Kempston Rural48 10505 14358 14
Brickhill38 12533 13399 12
Sharnbrook37 13314 22359 13
Elstow and Stewartby33 16468 16320 15
Wilshamstead36 15482 15245 23
Putnoe27 19378 18299 17
Bromham and Biddenham20 23367 20289 19
Harrold24 20368 19262 21
Wootton22 22330 21272 20
Wyboston22 21274 23184 24
Clapham6 26195 25247 22
Kempston North9 24200 24119 25
Oakley9 25104 2691 26
Riseley4 2761 2741 27

Kempston South Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Shoplifting were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
July 20241

A total of 106 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20258
January 20256
December 20247
November 20246
October 202413
September 20249
August 20247
July 202410
June 202422
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 44 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

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

A total of 22 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 44 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 202418
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 131 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 202511
January 20254
December 20249
November 20246
October 202412
September 202420
August 20248
July 20248
June 202422
May 202417
April 202411

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 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 43 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 27 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20243

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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

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.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Kempston South in March 2025

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

1. Shopping Area (Map)
Total5
Shoplifting3
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. The Hollies (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Larches (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
4. The Hornbeams (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Orchard Street (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Almonds (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
7. The Maples (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Elstow Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. The Pines (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. The Sycamores (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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