East Suffolk Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

East Suffolk’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 5.8 per 1,000 residents, marking a 31.8% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 3.2% month-on-month increase from May’s 5.6, remains firmly in the lower bracket of national statistics. The crime profile reveals a distinct emphasis on violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 39.8% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (15.6%) and criminal damage and arson (11.6%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a rural district, where high-profile violent incidents may be amplified by limited policing resources or transient populations during the summer months. Seasonal factors likely contributed to the rise in bicycle theft, a category that saw a 41.7% increase, possibly linked to the influx of tourists and outdoor enthusiasts as the weather improved. Meanwhile, the persistent gap between East Suffolk’s rates and the UK average for violent crime—21% lower than the national figure—suggests that local conditions, such as strong community networks or effective crime prevention strategies, may be mitigating risk factors. The relatively low prevalence of property crimes, particularly vehicle crime (57% below the UK average), further reinforces the idea that East Suffolk’s rural nature limits opportunities for such offences. These dynamics illustrate the combination of geography, seasonality, and local governance in shaping crime trends.

June saw a 41.7% rise in bicycle theft, a sharp contrast to the 29.3% increase in other theft, both of which may reflect the start of summer cycling activity. Conversely, burglary and robbery fell by 23.1% and 22.2% respectively, potentially linked to improved security measures or seasonal changes in crime patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type (39.8% of total), but this category is 21% below the UK average, suggesting local factors such as community cohesion or effective policing may play a role. Anti-social behaviour, at 15.6% of total crimes, is 39% below the UK average, a statistic that could indicate successful youth engagement initiatives or lower population density reducing opportunities for such incidents. These fluctuations underscore the dynamic nature of crime in East Suffolk, where seasonal and local-specific trends intersect.

East Suffolk’s crime rate in June 2023 rose slightly to 5.8 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% increase from 5.6 in May. This upward trend, though modest, contrasts with the area’s overall position well below the UK average. On a daily basis, 48 crimes were reported in June, reflecting the local rhythm of activity during the summer months. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 173 residents—a figure that, when contextualised against East Suffolk’s population of 249,664, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The monthly exposure metric suggests that while crime remains a concern, its impact is distributed across a broader population base, which may contribute to the area’s consistent performance below national averages. This pattern aligns with East Suffolk’s character as a largely rural district, where lower population density and fewer high-traffic zones naturally moderate crime rates.