East Suffolk Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

East Suffolk’s crime rate in July 2024 stood at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, marking a 36.9% deficit compared to the UK average of 8.4. This places the area firmly within the safer end of the national spectrum, a trend likely influenced by its rural character and lower population density. The most prevalent crime category was Violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.6% of all reported incidents, a rate 19% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime remains a concern, its scale in East Suffolk is moderated compared to other parts of the country. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 11.2% of all crimes, with a 59% shortfall relative to the UK average. This may reflect a combination of community policing efforts and the area’s less densely populated nature, where social cohesion can act as a deterrent. Criminal damage and arson constituted 10.5% of crimes, with a 5% below the UK average, indicating that property-related issues, though present, are not driving the local crime picture. Seasonal factors also played a role: July’s peak tourist season, festivals, and school holidays likely contributed to increased foot traffic, which may have influenced both the rise in shoplifting and public order offences. However, the overall stability in crime rates compared to the previous month suggests that East Suffolk’s crime profile is resilient to short-term fluctuations, even during periods of heightened activity.

July saw notable shifts in specific crime categories, with Other crime increasing by 45.2% (31 → 45), reflecting potential spikes in non-specific incidents such as nuisance behaviour or unclassified reports. Shoplifting rose by 16.1% (62 → 72), possibly linked to increased foot traffic during summer festivals or retail events. Public order offences also increased by 15.1% (86 → 99), which may indicate heightened enforcement or a genuine rise in disturbances during the tourist season. Conversely, Drug-related crimes fell by 48.0% (50 → 26), a decline that could align with seasonal patterns where illicit activity wanes during peak summer months. Vehicle crime dropped by 25.9% (54 → 40), due to fewer cars on the road during holidays or improved security measures. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in East Suffolk, with some categories aligning closely with UK averages—such as Violence and sexual offences (19% below the UK rate)—while others, like Bicycle theft, slightly exceed national benchmarks.

East Suffolk’s crime rate in July 2024 remained stable at 5.3 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime trends during the summer. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 43 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the local rhythm of activity during peak tourist season. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 189 residents over the course of the month—a rate that is 36.9% below the UK average. The population context further highlights East Suffolk’s relative safety: with 249,664 residents, the monthly exposure statistic underscores that the majority of residents experience no crime at all. This contrast with the UK average reinforces the area’s distinct position, where community-focused policing and lower urban density may contribute to sustained low crime levels despite seasonal fluctuations.