Crime Rate in Leagrave: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Leagrave

The total recorded crimes in Leagrave, Luton, UK in July 2025 are around 85 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Leagrave crime rate of 1.98 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 Leagrave, encompassing approximately 43,019 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (3.03% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (15) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Drugs: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
Leagrave Crime Hotspots

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

  • Gilderdale with total crimes: 7
  • The Green with total crimes: 6
  • Home Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Leagrave?

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

  • Relative to Luton:

    • In 2024, Leagrave demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Luton average, with 989 crimes compared to 1333.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year.

    • In 2023, Leagrave had fewer crimes than the Luton average, with 910 crimes compared to 1,074. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Leagrave witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 18 other areas in the Luton.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Leagrave Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Leagrave has recorded 85 crimes with crime rate of 1.98 ranking 8th out of 18 in the Luton, UK

In 2024, the total Leagrave crimes were 989. The crime rate of Leagrave in 2024 was 22.99 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the Luton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Leagrave were around 910 crimes with yearly crime rate of 21.15 (year) or 1.76 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Luton.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Leagrave)CrimesRank (Leagrave)CrimesRank (Leagrave)
South546 16,345 14,508 1
Dallow191 21,956 21,750 2
Biscot175 41,935 31,438 3
Farley186 31,591 61,272 6
Wigmore143 51,642 51,361 4
High Town140 61,737 41,277 5
Challney109 71,311 71,147 7
Saints80 91,132 8933 8
Lewsey79 10999 9829 10
Round Green64 11757 12758 11
Northwell54 15855 11729 12
Sundon Park58 12744 13629 14
Limbury56 13715 15635 13
Crawley54 14721 14597 15
Stopsley42 17570 17493 16
Icknield44 16600 16459 17
Barnfield39 18401 18380 18
Bramingham27 19320 19305 19

Leagrave Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 34 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 15 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (33 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (18 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (13 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Vehicle crime (21 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 42 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.82 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20259
June 20256
May 20253
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20248
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 66 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20257
May 20251
April 20256
March 20253
February 20254
January 20255
December 20246
November 20245
October 20247
September 20248
August 202410

A total of 133 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.08 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202521
May 202512
April 202518
March 202513
February 20256
January 20255
December 20244
November 20249
October 20247
September 20247
August 202416

A total of 89 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20254
May 20257
April 20256
March 20251
February 20256
January 202511
December 20247
November 20246
October 20246
September 20247
August 202421

A total of 335 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 27.92 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 35 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202534
June 202533
May 202531
April 202526
March 202527
February 202522
January 202535
December 202425
November 202430
October 202430
September 202424
August 202418

A total of 52 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20257
April 20254
March 20253
February 20253
January 20255
December 20246
November 20246
October 20247
September 20242
August 20243

A total of 68 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 202514
April 20253
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20244
November 20245
October 202410
September 20245
August 20242

A total of 41 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20252
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20255
January 20251
December 20245
November 202410
October 20243
August 20245

A total of 12 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243

A total of 24 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.18 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20254
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
November 20244
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252

A total of 11 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20241

A total of 5 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
December 20241
September 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Leagrave in July 2025

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

1. Gilderdale (Map)
Total7
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. The Green (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Home Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
4. Ickley Close (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Needham Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Banbury Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
7. Hutton Close (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Other theft1
8. Green Close (Map)
Total3
Drugs2
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Stoneways Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Station Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1

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