The city of Bedford, IN has been struggling with high levels of crime, particularly in the areas of violent and property crime. According to statistics, the violent crime rate in Bedford is 14.1, which is lower than the national average of 22.7. However, the property crime rate is 42.9, which is higher than the national average of 35.4. This means that while the residents of Bedford may feel relatively safe from violent crimes, they are still at a higher risk of falling victim to property crimes such as theft and burglary. This high rate of property crime could potentially be attributed to socioeconomic factors and lack of resources in the city. Despite efforts to combat crime, the numbers in Bedford remain concerning and it is important for the community to work together to address these issues and make the city a safer place for all.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Bedford violent crime is 14.1. (The US average is 22.7)
Bedford property crime is 42.9. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.