LU2 8SW - Luton, Bedfordshire, England - November 2025

Detailed Crime Statistics for LU2 8SW in November 2025

65
Total Crimes

Crime Statistics Summary for LU2 8SW

In November 2025, there were 65 total crimes recorded in LU2 8SW. This comprehensive Crime report provides detailed insights into criminal activity patterns, hotspots, and category breakdowns for the area.

The most prevalent Crime type in LU2 8SW during this period was Shoplifting, accounting for 20 incidents or 30.8% of all recorded crimes. Understanding the prevalence of different Crime categories helps residents and local authorities identify key areas requiring attention and resources.

Crime incidents were distributed across 27 distinct locations throughout LU2 8SW, with an average of 2.4 crimes per location. The highest concentration of crimes was recorded at On or near Prince Way with 31 incidents, making it a notable Crime hotspot in the area.

This Crime report is based on official data published by the UK Police API and is updated monthly. Use the detailed visualizations and statistics below to explore Crime trends, identify vulnerable areas, and make informed decisions about safety in LU2 8SW.

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Top Crime Type
Shoplifting
20 incidents (30.8%)
Hotspot Areas
27
2.4 avg per location
Crime Types
12
categories tracked
Latest Data
Nov 2025
92 days ago

Crime Breakdown by Type

Distribution of crimes across different categories in LU2 8SW

Top 3 Crime Types in LU2 8SW

20
Shoplifting
30.8% of total
15
Violent Crime
23.1% of total
7
Anti Social Behaviour
10.8% of total

Crime Hotspots (Top 10)

Highest Crime incident areas in LU2 8SW

On or near Prince Way

31 crimes
Most common: Shoplifting (20 incidents)

On or near Shopping Area

4 crimes
Most common: Anti Social Behaviour (3 incidents)

On or near Airport/airfield

4 crimes
Most common: Drugs (2 incidents)

On or near Whitchurch Close

2 crimes
Most common: Anti Social Behaviour (1 incidents)

On or near Oving Close

2 crimes
Most common: Criminal Damage Arson (1 incidents)

On or near Trescott Close

1 crimes
Most common: Anti Social Behaviour (1 incidents)

On or near Darley Road

1 crimes
Most common: Criminal Damage Arson (1 incidents)

On or near Lalleford Road

1 crimes
Most common: Criminal Damage Arson (1 incidents)

On or near Manning Place

1 crimes
Most common: Drugs (1 incidents)

On or near Greenriggs

1 crimes
Most common: Other Theft (1 incidents)

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