WD22 Intelligence Updated March 2026Source: Bedfordshire Police Police

Kempston West Crime Intelligence

Comprehensive safety analysis for Kempston West, localized within bedford.

Total Crimes

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Annual Crime Rate

158.61per 1k

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Safety Rating

High Risk

Total Population

5,523

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

Violence & Sexual Offences31

Anti-social Behaviour13

Public Order12

Shoplifting7

Drug Offences7

Criminal Damage & Arson6

Other Theft5

Vehicle Crime2

Other Crime2

Location Reference	Primary Incidents	Total
On or near Abbott Crescent Map	Public order: 8Violence and sexual offences: 7Drugs: 4	27
On or near The Old Yard Map	Shoplifting: 7Public order: 1	8
On or near White Lodge Close Map	Violence and sexual offences: 3Drugs: 2Anti-social behaviour: 2	7
On or near Galloway Close Map	Violence and sexual offences: 5Criminal damage and arson: 1	6
On or near St John'S Street Map	Public order: 2Anti-social behaviour: 2	4
On or near Petrol Station Map	Other theft: 2Anti-social behaviour: 2	4
On or near Ditmas Avenue Map	Violence and sexual offences: 4	4
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map	Other theft: 1Criminal damage and arson: 1	2
On or near Cemetery Road Map	Violence and sexual offences: 1	1
On or near Manor Drive Map	Public order: 1	1