Crime in Aspley & Woburn: statistics, rates and trends
223 crimes were recorded in Aspley & Woburn in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Aspley & Woburn at a glance
- Crime trends in Aspley & Woburn
- Types of crime in Aspley & Woburn
- Aspley & Woburn compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Aspley & Woburn
- What happened after crimes were reported in Aspley & Woburn
- Population and deprivation in Aspley & Woburn
- Questions about crime in Aspley & Woburn
- About this data
223 crimes were recorded in Aspley & Woburn in the 12 months to July 2026, 43.3 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 8% on the year before. The most common offence was burglary, with 51 reports (23% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Aspley & Woburn has the 3,328th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Aspley & Woburn | Central Bedfordshire | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 223 | 19,207 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 43.3 | 60.8 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -8% | -3% | -1% |
| Population | 5,156 | 315,877 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Aspley & Woburn was highest in the year to July 2020 (338 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (209). Over the whole period it fell 31%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 223 | 43.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 243 | 47.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 209 | 40.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 235 | 45.6 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 321 | 62.3 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 262 | 50.8 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 338 | 65.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 278 | 53.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 322 | 62.5 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 21 |
| June 2026 | 34 |
| May 2026 | 22 |
| April 2026 | 11 |
| March 2026 | 29 |
| February 2026 | 15 |
| January 2026 | 16 |
| December 2025 | 16 |
| November 2025 | 15 |
| October 2025 | 12 |
| September 2025 | 12 |
| August 2025 | 20 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Aspley & Woburn over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for burglary.
The largest increases were in burglary (+132%). The largest falls were in other theft (-32%) and vehicle crime (-26%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Burglary | 51 | 9.9 | 2.80 | +132% |
| Violence and sexual offences | 49 | 9.5 | 0.28 | -23% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 43 | 8.3 | 0.54 | -14% |
| Vehicle crime | 23 | 4.5 | 0.91 | -26% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 20 | 3.9 | 0.57 | -20% |
| Other theft | 19 | 3.7 | 0.58 | -32% |
| Drugs | 5 | 1.0 | 0.30 | +25% |
| Other crime | 5 | 1.0 | 0.46 | +400% |
| Public order | 4 | 0.8 | 0.12 | -75% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.40 | +100% |
| Robbery | 1 | 0.2 | 0.14 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.2 | 0.02 | n/a |
Burglary in Aspley & Woburn
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Aspley & Woburn recorded 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.9 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 132% on the year before. It made up 22.9% of all crime in the area.
Violence and sexual offences in Aspley & Woburn
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Aspley & Woburn recorded 49 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (9.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 23% on the year before. It made up 22.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Aspley & Woburn
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Aspley & Woburn recorded 43 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (8.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 19.3% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Aspley & Woburn
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Aspley & Woburn recorded 23 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 26% on the year before. It made up 10.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Aspley & Woburn
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Aspley & Woburn recorded 20 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Aspley & Woburn
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Aspley & Woburn recorded 19 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 32% on the year before. It made up 8.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Aspley & Woburn
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Aspley & Woburn recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Aspley & Woburn
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Aspley & Woburn recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 400% on the year before. It made up 2.2% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Aspley & Woburn
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Aspley & Woburn recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 75% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Aspley & Woburn
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Aspley & Woburn recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.9% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Aspley & Woburn
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Aspley & Woburn recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Aspley & Woburn
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Aspley & Woburn recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Aspley & Woburn, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Aspley & Woburn.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Aspley & Woburn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cranfield & Marston Moretaine | 824 | 46.2 | +7% |
| Flitwick | 640 | 45.5 | +5% |
| Heath & Reach | 317 | 71.1 | +64% |
| Leighton-Linslade North | 783 | 46.9 | +8% |
| Westoning, Flitton & Greenfield | 177 | 36.3 | -16% |
| Ampthill | 549 | 37.0 | -14% |
| Leighton-Linslade West | 697 | 52.3 | +21% |
| Leighton-Linslade South | 1,452 | 88.9 | +105% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Aspley & Woburn over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near The Square | 13 |
| On or near Park/Open Space | 10 |
| On or near High Street | 9 |
| On or near Heath Lane | 8 |
| On or near St Vincents | 8 |
| On or near Church Street | 7 |
| On or near Hardwick Mews | 7 |
| On or near Parking Area | 7 |
| On or near Howland Place | 7 |
| On or near Newport Road | 7 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Aspley & Woburn over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 100 | 44.8% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 47 | 21.1% |
| Not recorded | 43 | 19.3% |
| Under investigation | 14 | 6.3% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 9 | 4.0% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.3% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 1.3% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 2 | 0.9% |
| Status update unavailable | 1 | 0.4% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.4% |
Aspley & Woburn has an estimated population of 5,156. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Aspley & Woburn sits in decile 7.2, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Aspley & Woburn |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 58.2% |
| Aged 65 and over | 26.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 66.2% |
| Social rented homes | 11.0% |
| Private rented homes | 22.8% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.2 |
Is Aspley & Woburn a safe place to live?
Aspley & Woburn recorded 43.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Aspley & Woburn?
Burglary was the most common category, with 51 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by violence and sexual offences (49).
Is crime in Aspley & Woburn going up or down?
Recorded crime in Aspley & Woburn was down 8% on the year before: 223 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 243 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Aspley & Woburn?
Aspley & Woburn is policed by Bedfordshire. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Aspley & Woburn. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.