Crime Rate in Lewsey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Lewsey

The total recorded crimes in Lewsey, Luton, UK in March 2025 are around 64 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Lewsey crime rate of 1.55 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 Lewsey, encompassing approximately 41,349 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (8) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other crime: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Lewsey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Bracknell Close with total crimes: 5
  • Ramsey Close with total crimes: 4
  • Orpington Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Lewsey?

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

  • Relative to Luton:

    • In 2024, Lewsey demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Luton average, with 999 crimes compared to 1333.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Lewsey witnessed more crimes than 10 out of 18 other cities.

    • In 2023, Lewsey had fewer crimes than the Luton average, with 829 crimes compared to 1,074. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Lewsey Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Lewsey has recorded 64 crimes with crime rate of 1.55 ranking 11th out of 18 in the Luton, UK

In 2024, the total Lewsey crimes were 999. The crime rate of Lewsey in 2024 was 24.16 (year) or 2.01 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Luton.

In 2023, the total crimes in Lewsey were around 829 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.05 (year) or 1.67 (month) ranking 10 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
Challney111 61,311 71,147 7
Saints89 71,132 8933 8
Leagrave56 12989 10910 9
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

Lewsey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 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 24 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 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 40 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (10 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (16 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (16 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (84 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (42 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (31 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (31 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 402 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 84 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202524
January 202523
December 202440
November 202423
October 202422
September 202429
August 202424
July 202439
June 202484
May 202431
April 202431

A total of 74 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20258
January 20254
December 20247
November 20245
October 20244
September 20244
August 20249
July 20246
June 202412
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 38 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20243
August 20245
July 20241
June 20248
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 47 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20245
October 20243
September 20242
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 86 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.17 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20256
January 20251
December 20242
November 20247
October 20244
September 202410
August 202416
July 20246
June 202414
May 20248
April 20249

A total of 28 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20242
October 20246
September 20244
August 20241
July 20243
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 8 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
October 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 150 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20258
January 20258
December 20244
November 20247
October 202410
September 202416
August 202415
July 202412
June 202442
May 202410
April 202410

A total of 33 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 83 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.55 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20254
January 20252
December 20246
November 202412
October 20249
September 20247
August 20247
July 20245
June 20246
May 202418
April 20247

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 6 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Lewsey in March 2025

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

1. Bracknell Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
2. Ramsey Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
3. Orpington Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Trefoil Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Raglan Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Rodney Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Shelley Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Kestrel Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
9. Heacham Close (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Other theft1
10. Partridge Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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