Crime Rate in Challney: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Challney

The total recorded crimes in Challney, Luton, UK in March 2025 are around 111 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Challney crime rate of 1.74 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 Challney, encompassing approximately 63,850 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (55) incidents (89.66% increase)
  • Public order: (14) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (11) incidents (10.00% increase)
Challney Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hospital with total crimes: 20
  • Dunstable Road with total crimes: 8
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 6

How safe is Challney?

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

  • Relative to Luton:

    • In 2024, Challney demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Luton average, with 1311 crimes compared to 1333.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Challney witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Challney experienced a greater number of crimes than the Luton average, with 1,147 crimes compared to 1,074. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Challney witnessed more crimes than 12 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Challney Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Challney has recorded 111 crimes with crime rate of 1.74 ranking 6th out of 18 in the Luton, UK

In 2024, the total Challney crimes were 1,311. The crime rate of Challney in 2024 was 20.53 (year) or 1.71 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Luton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Challney were around 1,147 crimes with yearly crime rate of 17.96 (year) or 1.50 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Luton.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Luton)CrimesRank (Luton)CrimesRank (Luton)
South429 16,345 14,508 1
Dallow161 31,956 21,750 2
Biscot176 21,935 31,438 3
Wigmore126 51,642 51,361 4
High Town87 81,737 41,277 5
Farley128 41,591 61,272 6
Saints89 71,132 8933 8
Leagrave56 12989 10910 9
Lewsey64 11999 9829 10
Crawley67 9721 14597 15
Round Green67 10757 12758 11
Northwell49 16855 11729 12
Limbury52 14715 15635 13
Sundon Park53 13744 13629 14
Stopsley50 15570 17493 16
Icknield47 17600 16459 17
Barnfield34 18401 18380 18
Bramingham32 19320 19305 19

Challney Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (55 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (14 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 60 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (39 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (42 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (22 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (78 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (50 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (40 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (13 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 553 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 46.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 78 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202555
February 202529
January 202533
December 202460
November 202440
October 202439
September 202443
August 202442
July 202444
June 202478
May 202450
April 202440

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 187 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202511
February 202510
January 202510
December 20249
November 202417
October 202416
September 202415
August 202422
July 202414
June 202434
May 202416
April 202413

A total of 39 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20248
May 20244
April 20246

A total of 58 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20247
November 20244
October 202410
September 20241
August 20245
July 20246
June 20244
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 90 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202514
February 20257
January 20257
December 20243
November 20245
October 20246
September 20244
August 202411
July 20245
June 202418
May 20248
April 20242

A total of 107 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20259
January 20254
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 202412
August 202420
July 20249
June 202414
May 202410
April 20247

A total of 102 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20253
January 20258
December 20243
November 20244
October 20247
September 20247
August 20246
July 202415
June 202424
May 20246
April 202410

A total of 41 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.42 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20256
January 20252
December 20241
November 20249
October 20247
September 20244
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 33 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246
July 20242
June 20248
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
May 20242

A total of 10 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
August 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20241
April 20242

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

MonthCount
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

High Crime Locations Challney in March 2025

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

1. Hospital (Map)
Total20
Violence and sexual offences17
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Dunstable Road (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson3
Possession of weapons2
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total6
Vehicle crime4
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Oakley Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
Drugs1
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Challney Gardens (Map)
Total4
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Pembroke Avenue (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Platt Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1

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