Bedfordshire Police HMICFRS PEEL Reports

Chief Constable Rodenhurst said: "This report makes clear that Bedfordshire is a well-led force which is on the front foot despite our financial challenges." 

“In the year ending 31 March 2024, the force recorded 42,175 victim-based crimes and only 7.8% were received a "brought to justice outcome".

The report noted this was lower than expected when compared to other police forces in England and Wales.” (HMICFRS, 2023-25 Peel Report)

“The force was rated "good" for how it recorded data , which inspectors noted helped increase the use of preventative orders.

However, inspectors added it should improve how it recorded antisocial behaviour, rape crimes and equality data.”

“Mr Wilsher wrote: "I was disappointed to see that it was still not giving callers appropriate crime scene preservation advice.

"This will negatively affect investigations. It is essential that the force improves in this area."

See Full HMICFRS 2023-25 Report at:

https://hmicfrs.justiceinspectorates.gov.uk/peel-reports/bedfordshire-2023-25/