Crime in Bedfont: statistics, rates and trends
1,448 crimes were recorded in Bedfont in the 12 months to July 2026, 95.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before.
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1,448 crimes were recorded in Bedfont in the 12 months to July 2026, 95.3 per 1,000 residents. That is close to the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 8% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 544 reports (38% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Bedfont has the 1,356th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Bedfont | Hounslow | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 1,448 | 33,076 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 95.3 | 110.5 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +8% | -0% | -1% |
| Population | 15,189 | 299,424 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Bedfont was highest in the year to July 2023 (1,530 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2022 (1,246). Over the whole period it rose 6%, 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 | 1,448 | 95.3 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 1,341 | 88.3 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 1,298 | 85.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 1,530 | 100.7 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 1,246 | 82.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 1,473 | 97.0 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 1,458 | 96.0 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 1,456 | 95.9 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 1,371 | 90.3 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 153 |
| June 2026 | 121 |
| May 2026 | 117 |
| April 2026 | 104 |
| March 2026 | 95 |
| February 2026 | 101 |
| January 2026 | 92 |
| December 2025 | 116 |
| November 2025 | 126 |
| October 2025 | 170 |
| September 2025 | 123 |
| August 2025 | 130 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Bedfont 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 anti-social behaviour, burglary.
The largest increases were in other theft (+52%) and violence and sexual offences (+21%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-24%) and other crime (-19%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 544 | 35.8 | 1.05 | +21% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 356 | 23.4 | 1.53 | -2% |
| Other theft | 108 | 7.1 | 1.11 | +52% |
| Public order | 89 | 5.9 | 0.88 | +20% |
| Vehicle crime | 73 | 4.8 | 0.98 | -24% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 72 | 4.7 | 0.70 | -12% |
| Burglary | 69 | 4.5 | 1.28 | +21% |
| Drugs | 40 | 2.6 | 0.81 | -11% |
| Shoplifting | 25 | 1.6 | 0.20 | -14% |
| Theft from the person | 21 | 1.4 | 0.82 | +11% |
| Robbery | 18 | 1.2 | 0.88 | -5% |
| Other crime | 17 | 1.1 | 0.53 | -19% |
| Bicycle theft | 9 | 0.6 | 0.72 | -25% |
| Possession of weapons | 7 | 0.5 | 0.47 | +17% |
Violence and sexual offences in Bedfont
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Bedfont recorded 544 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (35.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 37.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Bedfont
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Bedfont recorded 356 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (23.4 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 2% on the year before. It made up 24.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Bedfont
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Bedfont recorded 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.1 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 52% on the year before. It made up 7.5% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Bedfont
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Bedfont recorded 89 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.9 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 6.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Bedfont
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Bedfont recorded 73 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.8 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 24% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Bedfont
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Bedfont recorded 72 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Bedfont
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Bedfont recorded 69 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 21% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Bedfont
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Bedfont recorded 40 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 2.8% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Bedfont
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Bedfont recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 14% on the year before. It made up 1.7% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Bedfont
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Bedfont recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and up 11% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Bedfont
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Bedfont recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.2 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and down 5% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Bedfont
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Bedfont recorded 17 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 19% on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Bedfont
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Bedfont recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Bedfont
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Bedfont recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 17% on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Bedfont, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Bedfont.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Bedfont |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feltham West | 2,103 | 123.0 | +29% |
| Feltham North | 1,544 | 97.7 | +3% |
| Hanworth Park | 1,240 | 104.2 | +9% |
| Cranford | 1,455 | 97.2 | +2% |
| Hanworth Village | 1,348 | 85.0 | -11% |
| Hounslow West | 1,924 | 113.7 | +19% |
| Hounslow Heath | 1,745 | 105.9 | +11% |
| Heston Central | 1,495 | 97.1 | +2% |
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 Bedfont over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Wooldridge Close | 126 |
| On or near New Road | 101 |
| On or near Hatchett Road | 77 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 74 |
| On or near Lewin Terrace | 72 |
| On or near Staines Road | 60 |
| On or near Sandy Drive | 51 |
| On or near Bedfont Close | 38 |
| On or near Bedfont Road | 38 |
| On or near Marriott Close | 27 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Bedfont 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 | 383 | 26.5% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 382 | 26.4% |
| Not recorded | 356 | 24.6% |
| Under investigation | 180 | 12.4% |
| Status update unavailable | 75 | 5.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 32 | 2.2% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 13 | 0.9% |
| Local resolution | 13 | 0.9% |
| Court result unavailable | 9 | 0.6% |
| Offender given penalty notice | 2 | 0.1% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
| Formal action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.1% |
Bedfont has an estimated population of 15,189. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Bedfont sits in decile 3.0, more deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Bedfont |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 20.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 67.6% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 49.8% |
| Social rented homes | 26.8% |
| Private rented homes | 23.2% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 3.0 |
Is Bedfont a safe place to live?
Bedfont recorded 95.3 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, close to 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 Bedfont?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 544 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by anti-social behaviour (356).
Is crime in Bedfont going up or down?
Recorded crime in Bedfont was up 8% on the year before: 1,448 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 1,341 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Bedfont?
Bedfont is policed by Metropolitan Police. 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 Bedfont. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.