Crime Rate in Newnham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newnham

The total recorded crimes in Newnham, Bedford, UK in May 2025 are around 40 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newnham crime rate of 1.47 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 Newnham, encompassing approximately 27,213 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
Newnham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chapel Close with total crimes: 5
  • Harpenden Close with total crimes: 4
  • Russell Avenue with total crimes: 3

How safe is Newnham?

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

  • Relative to Bedford:

    • In 2024, Newnham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 670 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Newnham witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

    • In 2023, Newnham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Bedford average, with 626 crimes compared to 578. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newnham witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 26 other areas in the Bedford.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newnham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Newnham has recorded 40 crimes with crime rate of 1.43 ranking 15th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK

In 2024, the total Newnham crimes were 670. The crime rate of Newnham in 2024 was 24.62 (year) or 2.05 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Bedford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newnham were around 626 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.00 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Bedford.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newnham)CrimesRank (Newnham)CrimesRank (Newnham)
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
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
Kempston South33 16433 17297 18
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

Newnham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (8 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Other theft (11 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (11 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Vehicle crime showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (32 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20245
July 20243
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
September 20241
June 20242

A total of 194 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 14.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 32 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202512
March 202514
February 202516
January 20259
December 202413
November 202411
October 202414
September 20249
August 202416
July 202424
June 202432
May 202412

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

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241
August 20241

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20246

A total of 65 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20254
December 20245
November 20242
October 20242
September 20243
August 20247
July 202411
June 202416
May 20242

A total of 89 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20257
March 20258
February 20251
January 20255
December 20247
November 202411
October 20244
September 20245
August 20244
July 20241
June 202424
May 20247

A total of 47 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20253
January 20253
December 20246
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 122 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20257
March 20256
February 20255
January 20258
December 20245
November 20245
October 202411
September 20243
August 20246
July 202411
June 202430
May 202420

A total of 80 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20258
March 20253
January 20255
December 20248
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 202410
July 20244
June 202414
May 202415

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
October 20242
July 20244
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20253
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20243
June 20244

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

MonthCount
April 20251
October 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Newnham in May 2025

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

1. Chapel Close (Map)
Total5
Other theft3
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Harpenden Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
3. Russell Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Heather Gardens (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
5. York Street (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Shoplifting1
7. Bryony Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Public order1
8. Goldington Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson2
9. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1

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