Bedfordshire Police
East of England region. Headquarters: Kempston, Bedford.
- Airport policing
- County lines
- Serious organised crime
Bedfordshire Police serves a population of approximately 700,000 and covers one of England's most diverse counties, with Luton being among the most ethnically diverse towns in the country. The force has significant airport policing responsibilities at London Luton Airport and faces challenges from its proximity to London, including county lines drug networks and organised crime. Bedfordshire works in a tri-force collaboration with Hertfordshire and Cambridgeshire on specialist capabilities.
Area Covered
Bedfordshire Police covers the county of Bedfordshire, including the towns of Luton, Bedford, and Dunstable. Luton is home to a major international airport, and the county sits on significant transport corridors between London and the Midlands.
Last updated 24 September 2026
