Hadleigh Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Hadleigh's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 61.3% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This significant gap underscores the area's relatively low crime levels, which have been maintained despite seasonal challenges such as shorter daylight hours and the approach of Halloween. The breakdown of crimes reveals a pattern dominated by violent offences, which accounted for 48.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 29.0%. These figures suggest that the built-up area within Babergh may have distinct characteristics influencing crime dynamics. The seasonal context of October, with clocks going back and darker evenings, likely contributes to increased anti-social behaviour and public order issues, yet the overall rate remains far below national averages. This month's data also shows that property crimes, including shoplifting and other theft, are exceptionally rare compared to the UK, with shoplifting incidents at 83% below the national average. The low levels of property crime may reflect the area's limited retail presence or effective local policing strategies, though further analysis would be needed to confirm these hypotheses.

October saw a 75.0% decrease in criminal damage and arson, with incidents falling from four to one. This drop aligns with seasonal patterns, as shorter days and Halloween-related activities may have reduced opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, shoplifting and drug-related offences both rose by 100.0% compared to September, though these remain rare at just one incident each. Anti-social behaviour increased by 12.5%, but still remains 30% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000. The dominance of violent crimes—15 out of 31 total—highlights a stark contrast to the UK average, where violence accounts for 44% of all crimes. This suggests local factors, such as the built-up area's demographics or social dynamics, may be influencing the profile of crimes in Hadleigh compared to the national picture.

October 2023 marked a 31.0% reduction in Hadleigh's crime rate compared to the previous month, dropping from 4.5 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a gap that widened further this month. On a daily basis, the area recorded one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that reflects the low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this equates to one crime occurring for every 326 residents over the course of the month, illustrating the relative safety of the area compared to national benchmarks. The drop in violent crime and anti-social behaviour, combined with a significant reduction in criminal damage and arson, suggests a combination of seasonal factors and ongoing community efforts may be contributing to the downward trend. These figures provide context for residents, showing that the area remains significantly safer than the UK average despite the small number of crimes recorded.