East Suffolk Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Suffolk’s crime rate in July 2023 stood at 6.3 per 1,000 residents, 24.1% below the UK average of 8.3. This performance places the area among the safer local authority districts in England and Wales. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.1% of all reported crimes, making them the most common category, followed by anti-social behaviour (17.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.0%). These figures align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month marked by increased tourism, festivals, and outdoor events. The high proportion of violent crimes may reflect the social dynamics of the area during this time, though the absence of a significant rise in violent incidents compared to previous months suggests stability. Anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, both significantly below the UK average, could be influenced by East Suffolk’s rural landscape, where community engagement and lower population density may deter such activities. The area’s rate of robbery and theft from the person was 100% below the UK average, highlighting a stark contrast in these categories. However, the 100% increase in theft from the person during July warrants attention, as it may indicate a shift in criminal activity patterns linked to the summer season. The overall crime profile of East Suffolk in July illustrates a combination of seasonal factors and the area’s unique characteristics, which likely contribute to its lower-than-average crime rates.

July 2023 saw a 100% rise in theft from the person, with incidents increasing from 3 to 6. This sharp increase, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the overall rise in the area’s crime rate. Burglary also rose by 36%, jumping from 50 to 68 incidents, a trend that contrasts with the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000 residents. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson fell by 6.6%, declining from 167 to 156 incidents, suggesting a temporary reduction in property-related offences. East Suffolk’s performance in several categories stands out: anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime were 23% and 58% below the UK average, respectively, illustrating a pattern of lower rates in public order and transport-related crimes. These figures may reflect the area’s rural character, where community cohesion and lower population density could contribute to reduced incidents in these categories.

East Suffolk’s crime rate in July 2023 rose by 8.3% compared to June, moving from 5.8 to 6.3 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it highlights a slight upward trend in local crime statistics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 50 reported crimes each day in July, reflecting the volume of incidents over the 31-day period. This translates to a monthly exposure rate of one reported crime for roughly every 160 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of crime in relation to the population of 249,664. This monthly aggregate provides a snapshot of how frequently residents might encounter crime, though it does not account for variations in individual risk factors or specific locations. The rise in overall crime rate contrasts with East Suffolk’s generally lower-than-average profile compared to the UK, underscoring the need for ongoing monitoring of local trends.