Crime Safety Grade

A

Bedford, TX Crime Rate

Lower crime than 88% of U.S. cities

Safety varies across 35+ neighborhoods — see the safest areas below

Is Bedford Safe?

With an overall crime index of 62, Bedford has a 38% lower crime rate than the national average. Your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime is 1 in 417. However, safety varies dramatically by neighborhood, with areas like Brookwood Hills earning an A+ grade while River Forest rates B.

Crime Index Comparison

Bedford
62
Texas Avg
110
National Avg
100

100 = national average. Higher values indicate more crime.

Crime Index
62
38% below average
Violent Crime
60
40% below average
Property Crime
80
20% below average
Safe Areas
100%
Neighborhoods rated A or B

Your chance of violent crime in Bedford

1 in 417

Property crime: 1 in 313

Where Is It Safe in Bedford?

Bedford Crime Breakdown

Highest Risk
Larceny / Theft · 4% below avg
Lowest Risk
Robbery · 48% below avg
Crime Type Index vs National
Murder Violent 66 ▼ 34%
Assault Violent 61 ▼ 39%
Robbery Violent 52 ▼ 48%
Burglary Property 77 ▼ 23%
Larceny / Theft Property 96 ▼ 4%
Vehicle Theft Property 66 ▼ 34%

Violent vs Property Crime

Neighborhood Safety Distribution

All Bedford Neighborhoods

# Neighborhood Grade Crime Index
1 Brookwood Hills A+ 3
2 Oak View Hills A+ 11
3 Bedford Place A+ 16
4 Woodbridge A+ 14
5 Willow Creek Bedford A+ 21
6 Bedford Park Estates A+ 22
7 Bedford Estates A+ 4
8 Quail Crest Estates A+ 18
9 Mayfair Hills A+ 25
10 Chaparral Estates A+ 22
11 Brookhollow A+ 22
12 Meadow Wood A+ 20
13 Teakwood Estates A+ 32
14 Oak Ridge Estates Bedford A+ 32
15 Canterbury A+ 28
16 Bedford Heights A+ 47
17 Shadybrook A+ 38
18 Woodland Hills Bedford A 54
19 Joiner Acres A 48
20 Forest Ridge A 121
21 Crestview Bedford A 121
22 Kelmont Park A 79
23 Stonegate Bedford A 64
24 Rollingwood A 72
25 Century Place A 111
26 Oak Grove A- 109
27 Whisperwood A- 109
28 Forest Oaks A- 109
29 Bellvue A- 104
30 Bell Hurst A- 84
31 Bell Manor A- 126
32 Village of Oak Park A- 83
33 Stonecourt A- 78
34 Bedford Meadows B+ 145
35 River Forest B 190

Bedford Crime by Zip Code

Bedford Demographics & Cost of Living

Population
49,145
Median Income
$71,644
Home Value
$234,923
Median Rent
$1,166
Home Ownership
53%

Racial Demographics

White
77%
Black
8.8%
Hispanic
13.8%
Asian
6%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the crime rate in Bedford?
Bedford has an overall crime index of 62, which is below the national average of 100. Approximately 100% of neighborhoods in Bedford are rated A or B for safety.
Is Bedford safe to live in?
Bedford has a crime safety grade of A. Very very low crime. Safety varies significantly by neighborhood, so it is important to research specific areas before moving.
What are the safest neighborhoods in Bedford?
The safest neighborhoods in Bedford based on crime data include Brookwood Hills, Willow Creek Bedford, Oak View Hills, Woodbridge, and Bedford Park Estates. These areas have the lowest crime indices in the city.
How does Bedford crime compare to the national average?
Bedford's overall crime index is 62 compared to the national average of 100, meaning crime is 38% lower than the typical US city.

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