Felixstowe Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Felixstowe's crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents in April 2024 places the built-up area 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, a position that underscores the area's generally lower crime profile compared to the national picture. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 56% of all incidents, a stark contrast to the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category's rate of 2.9 per 1,000, though 13% above the national average, highlights the concentration of violent crime in the area, potentially linked to increased outdoor activity during the Easter period and spring weather. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, was 67% below the UK average, suggesting effective community engagement or policing in this category. The data also reveals a marked absence of property crime compared to the UK, with only 30 incidents (24% of total) reported, a figure significantly lower than the national trend. Seasonal factors appear to influence the crime mix, with the transition to spring likely contributing to the rise in violence and sexual offences, while the drop in drug-related crimes may reflect changes in local patterns or enforcement. These dynamics illustrate an area where violent crime remains a focal point, yet overall safety metrics remain well below the UK average.

April 2024 saw a 59.1% increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from 44 to 70 incidents. This category alone accounted for 56% of all crimes, significantly outpacing the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000 (13% above Felixstowe's rate of 2.9 per 1,000). Concurrently, vehicle crime surged by 100% as six incidents were reported, compared to zero in March. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 42.9%, with 10 cases recorded, marking a 67% deficit against the UK average. Conversely, drug-related crimes fell by 50%, dropping from four to two incidents, while possession of weapons declined by 50% (from two to one). These shifts suggest a combination of factors, including seasonal activity and potential local initiatives. For residents, the 100% increase in vehicle crime highlights the need for heightened vigilance in parking areas, particularly as Easter-related travel increases.

Felixstowe's crime rate in April 2024 (5.1 per 1,000 residents) reflects a 27.7% increase compared to March's rate of 4.0 per 1,000. This rise, though notable, still places the area 33.8% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. Daily crime figures show an average of four reported incidents per day, a local metric that contextualises the pace of activity. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 195 residents, a figure that highlights the relative safety of the built-up area despite the month-on-month uptick. When scaled to the population of 24,417, this translates to a manageable monthly exposure rate for residents. The shift in crime patterns suggests seasonal influences may be playing a role, particularly with Easter-related activity and the transition into spring weather. However, the area's overall position remains significantly below the national average, indicating a broader trend of lower crime prevalence compared to other parts of the UK.