East Suffolk Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, East Suffolk’s crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents placed it 42.1% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a consistently lower crime burden compared to the national picture. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all reported crimes—nearly double the share of property crimes (35.3%). This dominance of violent crime over property crime suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts, public order issues, or other factors linked to the area’s character. As a largely rural and semi-rural district, East Suffolk’s lower rates of vehicle crime (77% below the UK average) and burglary (35% below) align with patterns seen in areas with less dense populations and fewer commercial hubs. Seasonal factors may have further influenced the mix of crimes: the month’s dark evenings and the conclusion of Black Friday shopping could have reduced opportunities for theft and shoplifting, while events like Bonfire Night may have contributed to an uptick in public order offences. The data also shows that East Suffolk’s violent crime rate (1.9 per 1,000) is 26% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area’s broader safety profile. However, the high proportion of violent crimes compared to property crimes raises questions about underlying social or environmental factors that may be shaping local crime dynamics. These patterns, when viewed alongside the area’s geographic and demographic profile, suggest a combination of community characteristics and seasonal influences.

November saw a notable shift in crime dynamics, with violent crimes accounting for 42.9% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than property crimes, which comprised 35.3%. This imbalance suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts or public order issues, possibly influenced by seasonal events like Bonfire Night. Among month-on-month changes, possession of weapons increased by 55.6%, from 9 to 14 incidents, a rise that could indicate heightened tensions or unexplained trends requiring further observation. Conversely, robbery fell by 75.0%, from 4 to 1, likely reflecting reduced opportunities during the month’s darker evenings. The category of other crime was the only one exceeding the UK average, though by a narrow margin (18% above). This contrast highlights East Suffolk’s generally lower crime profile, with violent crimes remaining 26% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. For residents, the 42.9% share of violent crimes offers a clear insight into the area’s current priorities for community safety.

East Suffolk’s crime rate in November 2024 fell to 4.4 per 1,000 residents, an 11.0% decrease from the previous month’s 4.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with broader seasonal trends, as darker evenings and the conclusion of the Black Friday shopping period may have reduced opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 36 crimes per day, a figure that, while specific to East Suffolk, provides a tangible sense of local crime frequency. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for every 230 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low overall crime burden compared to the UK average. With a population of 249,664, the area’s crime profile reflects a combination of geographic and demographic factors, including its rural and semi-rural character, which may contribute to lower rates of vehicle crime and burglary compared to more densely populated regions. The shift from October to November also highlights the influence of seasonal transitions on crime patterns, particularly in areas where outdoor activity decreases as daylight hours shrink.