Hadleigh Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Hadleigh, 2 crimes were recorded in December 2023—a rate 72.2% below the UK average of 7.2 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 1 crime for every 506 residents over the course of the month. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (40% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (20%) and public order issues (15%). Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: Christmas shopping, shorter daylight hours, and the holiday season may have contributed to increased reports of violence and anti-social behaviour. Violent crime in Hadleigh was 69% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour was 57% below the national rate. The area’s low crime profile appears consistent with its character as a small built-up area within a rural district, where community cohesion and limited urban density may act as natural deterrents to crime. However, the rise in anti-social behaviour—up 300% compared to the previous month—suggests localised pressures that could be linked to the festive period’s social dynamics. These figures, while low, highlight the need for targeted awareness during peak seasonal periods.

December 2023 saw a stark 300% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 4 incidents. This jump, combined with a 100% rise in burglary (from 1 to 2), contrasts with an 83.3% drop in other theft (from 6 to 1). Violent crimes, though remaining the most common category (40% of total), fell by 52.9% compared to November, likely reflecting seasonal shifts in activity patterns. The area’s violent crime rate of 0.8 per 1,000 residents was 69% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, suggesting strong local deterrents. Anti-social behaviour, now at 0.4 per 1,000, was 57% below the UK rate of 0.9. Public order offences—linked to late-night gatherings or alcohol-related incidents—rose by 50%, though they remained 38% below the national average. These fluctuations underscore the influence of December’s unique context: empty homes during holidays, increased foot traffic in retail areas, and darker evenings may have altered both the frequency and nature of criminal activity.

Hadleigh’s December 2023 crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents marked a 41.1% decline from the previous month’s 3.4 per 1,000, reflecting a marked reduction in overall risk. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 1 crime per day in December—a figure that, when scaled to the local population, means one resident in every 506 faced a reported crime over the month. This compares to the UK’s much higher monthly exposure, though exact national figures are not available for direct comparison. The area’s crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average: for instance, violent crime was 69% below the national rate, and anti-social behaviour was 57% below. These differences align with Hadleigh’s likely status as a small, rural built-up area, where community ties and limited urban density may naturally suppress crime. However, the sharp rise in anti-social behaviour—up 300% from November—suggests that seasonal factors, such as the festive period’s social pressures, can temporarily elevate specific crime types. Residents should note that while the overall rate is low, targeted vigilance during peak holiday periods may still be prudent.