East Suffolk Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Suffolk’s crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4. This marked improvement underscores the area’s relatively safer profile compared to the national context. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.5% of all crimes, with 541 incidents reported, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.7%) and anti-social behaviour (9.5%). These figures align with patterns typical of a mixed rural-urban district, where community policing and local initiatives may contribute to lower overall crime rates. The seasonal context of January—post-holiday, with reduced retail footfall and shorter days—likely influenced the distribution of crimes, as outdoor activity and shopping traffic typically decline during this period. While violent crime remains the most prevalent category, its rate of 2.2 per 1,000 is 15% below the UK average, suggesting effective local strategies in managing such incidents. The lower rates of anti-social behaviour (49% below UK average) and vehicle crime (60% below) further indicate that East Suffolk may benefit from targeted interventions in areas prone to these issues. However, the data also reveals disparities in crime types: while some categories are significantly below the national average, others, such as possession of weapons (43% above UK average), highlight areas requiring further attention. These trends reflect a combination of local factors, including population density, economic conditions, and the effectiveness of community-based crime prevention efforts.

January 2024 saw several notable decreases in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime fell by 22%, with 46 incidents reported compared to 59 in December, likely reflecting reduced outdoor activity during shorter winter days. Burglary also declined by 21.3%, from 61 to 48, potentially linked to seasonal factors such as post-holiday closures of homes and businesses. Criminal damage and arson dropped by 12.8%, from 149 to 130. Conversely, theft from the person surged by 125%, rising from four to nine incidents. This increase, though modest in absolute terms, may signal shifts in criminal behaviour during the post-holiday period. Bicycle theft and robbery also rose sharply, by 116.7% and 100% respectively, indicating potential vulnerabilities in unsecured personal property. These trends highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where theft from individuals is on the rise, while the declines in other categories suggest that existing measures may be having a positive impact.

East Suffolk’s crime rate remained stable at 4.9 per 1,000 residents in January 2024, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, 39 crimes were reported across the 31 days, translating to roughly one crime for every 205 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure figure provides a broader context for residents, illustrating the likelihood of encountering crime in the area. When scaled to the population of 249,664, the rate remains lower than the UK average, highlighting East Suffolk’s relative safety. The stability in the crime rate, coupled with the area’s low exposure compared to national benchmarks, reinforces the district’s position as a safer locale within the UK. These figures, while consistent, also underscore the importance of maintaining current policing strategies and community initiatives to sustain this trend.