Crime Rate in Farley: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Farley

The total recorded crimes in Farley, Luton, UK in March 2025 are around 128 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Farley crime rate of 3.82 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 Farley, encompassing approximately 33,491 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (51) incidents (2.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (21) incidents (10.53% increase)
  • Vehicle crime: (15) incidents (50.00% increase)
Farley Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ross Close with total crimes: 8
  • Whipperley Ring with total crimes: 6
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 5

How safe is Farley?

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

  • Relative to Luton:

    • In 2024, Farley reported a higher crime volume than the Luton average, with 1,591 crimes compared to 1,333. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Farley witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Farley experienced a greater number of crimes than the Luton average, with 1,272 crimes compared to 1,074. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Farley witnessed more crimes than 13 out of 18 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Luton, Farley has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Farley Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Farley has recorded 128 crimes with crime rate of 3.82 ranking 4th out of 18 in the Luton, UK

In 2024, the total Farley crimes were 1,591. The crime rate of Farley in 2024 was 47.50 (year) or 3.96 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the Luton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Farley were around 1,272 crimes with yearly crime rate of 37.98 (year) or 3.16 (month) ranking 6 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
Challney111 61,311 71,147 7
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

Farley Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (51 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (21 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 50 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (47 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (18 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 47 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 19 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (19 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (24 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (39 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (46 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (24 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 53 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 24 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (100 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (86 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (93 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (30 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (43 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (24 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 166 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202515
February 202510
January 202511
December 202419
November 20245
October 202424
September 202414
August 20245
July 202418
June 202426
May 20247
April 202412

A total of 647 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 53.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 100 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202551
February 202550
January 202547
December 202447
November 202434
October 202444
September 202439
August 202446
July 202453
June 2024100
May 202493
April 202443

A total of 93 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20254
January 20254
December 20248
November 20247
October 20248
September 20246
August 20244
July 20249
June 202412
May 202421
April 20247

A total of 80 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20255
January 202515
December 20247
November 20247
October 20244
September 20245
August 20246
July 20243
June 20248
May 20249
April 20243

A total of 314 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 86 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202521
February 202519
January 202518
December 20249
November 202419
October 202421
September 202419
August 202424
July 202424
June 202486
May 202430
April 202424

A total of 29 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20252
December 20243
November 20242
October 20244
September 20243
August 20241
July 20247
May 20241

A total of 94 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20256
January 20255
December 202410
November 20246
October 20244
September 20248
August 20244
July 20247
June 202422
May 202412
April 20245

A total of 54 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20253
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 20244
August 20248
June 202412
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 23 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20243
September 20244
August 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 118 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 202517
January 20258
December 20242
November 20247
October 20249
September 20247
August 20245
July 20248
June 202420
May 202417
April 20248

A total of 6 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
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 20 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

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

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 23 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20243
May 202416

High Crime Locations Farley in March 2025

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

1. Ross Close (Map)
Total8
Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Robbery1
2. Whipperley Ring (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour3
Other crime1
Public order1
4. Wolston Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Robbery1
5. Stanley Walk (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
6. Rotheram Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Luton Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Vehicle crime1
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2
9. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
10. Windsor Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1

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