Crime Rate in Wilshamstead: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wilshamstead

The total recorded crimes in Wilshamstead, Bedford, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wilshamstead crime rate of 10.10 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 Wilshamstead, encompassing approximately 3,565 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-17.65% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (60.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Wilshamstead Crime Hotspots

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

  • Peregrine Way with total crimes: 3
  • Furrow Close with total crimes: 3
  • Minnow Way with total crimes: 2

How safe is Wilshamstead?

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

  • Relative to Bedford:

    • In 2024, Wilshamstead demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Bedford average, with 482 crimes compared to 753.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wilshamstead recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wilshamstead had fewer crimes than the Bedford average, with 245 crimes compared to 578. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wilshamstead recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wilshamstead Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wilshamstead has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 10.10 ranking 15th out of 26 in the Bedford, UK

In 2024, the total Wilshamstead crimes were 482. The crime rate of Wilshamstead in 2024 was 135.19 (year) or 11.27 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Bedford.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wilshamstead were around 245 crimes with yearly crime rate of 68.72 (year) or 5.73 (month) ranking 23 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
Putnoe27 19378 18299 17
Kempston South29 17433 17297 18
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

Wilshamstead Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 17 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 (17 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 16 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences 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 (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20254
December 20243
November 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20244
July 20247
June 20246
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 200 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 16.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 202517
January 202517
December 202425
November 202411
October 20248
September 202418
August 202414
July 202416
June 202440
May 20249
April 202411

A total of 83 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 20255
December 20245
November 20247
October 20244
September 20243
August 20247
July 202410
June 202418
May 20247
April 20244

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

MonthCount
March 20251
April 20241

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 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20255
December 20241
November 20244
October 20245
August 20241
July 20243
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 30 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20242
September 20241
July 20244
June 20246
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 31 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 11 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20255
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241

A total of 20 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
October 20244
September 20242
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Wilshamstead in March 2025

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

1. Peregrine Way (Map)
Total3
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Furrow Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Other theft1
3. Minnow Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Goldfinch Gardens (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Robins Heath (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Teal Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Waterside Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Brooklands Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Shoplifting1
9. Church Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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