Sudbury Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Sudbury's crime profile in November 2024, accounting for 44.2% of all reported crimes. This category alone contributed 53 incidents, far exceeding the second most common type, criminal damage and arson (14 incidents). The area's overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents placed it 32.9% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, a disparity that underscores Sudbury's relatively safer profile compared to national trends. The dominance of violent crime in local statistics may reflect the town's built-up character and the presence of social hubs where interpersonal conflicts can escalate. November's seasonal context—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and prolonged darkness—likely influenced the crime mix. While shoplifting rates were 42% below the UK average, potentially linked to the town's smaller retail footprint compared to larger urban centres, the spike in robbery and other theft suggests vulnerabilities in specific sectors. The low rate of vehicle crime (77% below the UK average) may be attributed to Sudbury's residential focus, with fewer commercial vehicles or high-traffic areas typical of industrial zones. These patterns highlight the interplay between local geography, seasonal rhythms, and crime dynamics, offering insights for targeted safety measures.

November saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with robbery rising by 100% (from 0 to 1 incident) and other theft increasing by 71.4% (from 7 to 12 incidents). These spikes contrast with a 90% drop in burglary (from 10 to 1 incident), suggesting shifting priorities among offenders. The area's violent crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000—15% below the UK average—points to a lower incidence of violence compared to national trends, though this remains the dominant category locally. Shoplifting in Sudbury was 42% below the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect the town's retail dynamics or effective local deterrents. The decrease in anti-social behaviour by 41.7% (from 12 to 7 incidents) could indicate seasonal factors, such as reduced socialising during darker evenings, or the impact of community initiatives. Residents may find the 32.9% reduction in overall crime compared to the UK average a useful benchmark for understanding local safety relative to national trends.

Sudbury's November 2024 crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents marks a 20.5% decline from the previous month's rate of 6.4 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with a broader trend of lower reported crimes during the autumn season. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately four crimes per day in November, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 197 residents, reflecting a relatively low monthly exposure compared to national averages. This statistic, when considered alongside the population of 23,637, suggests that Sudbury's crime profile remains distinct from larger urban centres. The decrease in burglary by 90% and anti-social behaviour by 41.7% may indicate improved community engagement or seasonal shifts in criminal activity, though further analysis would be required to confirm these hypotheses. The area's built-up nature within Babergh may influence crime patterns differently than more rural or industrial regions, where isolation or economic factors might drive different types of offences.