I have received the monthly crime figures for June covering the six parishes in the ward. It is interesting to note the differences between each of the villages and their respective surrounding areas.
Whipsnade - two recorded crimes, a theft from a car and criminal damage to some National Trust signs. There were no domestic burglaries in June and no recorded anti-social behaviour incidents.
Studham - six recorded crimes including two domestic burglaries. There were no recorded anti-social behaviour incidents.
Hyde - one recorded crime (burglary other) and one ASB incident.
Slip End - thirteen recorded burglaries, including four domestic burglaries and four burglary other. Three ASB incidents.
Caddington - five recorded crimes, none of which were burglaries. Seventeen ASB incidents, nearly all of which relate to nuisance caused by mini-motors.
Kensworth - seventeen recorded crimes, including one domestic burglary and one burglary other. The highest single category of crime was violence against the person, mostly relating to ongoing issues and disputes. There were six ASB incidents, spanning various types of nuisance behaviour.
The Kensworth
figures are obviously the most unpleasant reading, although it should
be borne in mind that a single incident can trigger more than one
recorded crime, and Kensworth
is a classic example of a Parish where the actual geographical limits
of the parish cover a far greater area than perhaps people appreciate
compared to just the village centre. Slip End is also suffering from a spike in burglaries and Police operations continue.
The overall picture is that these communities remain low crime areas and pleasant places to live. However, any incidences of crime or anti-social behaviour are obviously not to be welcomed and the Police continue to target resources to keep these figures to an absolute minimum. Everyone should remember to stay vigilant, keep doors and windows secure and report anything suspicious to 101.
