Felixstowe’s crime rate, when compared to the average for Suffolk, is considerably lower. The data reveals a crime rate of 56 crimes per 1,000 residents in Felixstowe (a Built-Up Area in East Suffolk with a population of 24,417). This is a significant difference when set against the average for Suffolk, and particularly when compared to the UK national average of 91.6 crimes per 1,000 people.
What makes Felixstowe stand out? Its safety score is 86 out of 100, exceeding the UK average of 79. This high score suggests a greater sense of safety and security for residents. To provide further context, neighbouring areas present a varied picture. Trimley St Mary has a crime rate of 29.5 per 1,000, Trimley St Martin reports 39.8 per 1,000, Shotley Gate stands at 26.8 per 1,000, and Shotley remarkably records 0.0 crimes per 1,000. This demonstrates that while Felixstowe is relatively safe, crime rates can vary considerably even within a small geographical area.
It's important to understand what 'crime rate' represents. It's a statistical measure indicating the number of reported crimes within a given population. While a lower crime rate is generally positive, it doesn't necessarily mean Felixstowe is entirely crime-free. Reported crime figures are influenced by factors such as reporting rates, police recording practices, and population density. The data available only reflects reported incidents, meaning the true extent of crime may be higher. Nevertheless, the figures indicate that Felixstowe is a safer place to live than many other areas in the UK.