East Suffolk Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

East Suffolk recorded a crime rate of 4.4 per 1,000 residents in February 2025, marking a 34.3% reduction compared to the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal trends. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 42.4% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.3%) and shoplifting (9.4%). These figures align with the area's character as a largely rural district, where property crimes and violent incidents are more prevalent than in densely populated urban centres. February, a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, may have contributed to the persistence of certain crime types. However, the significant drop in shoplifting (35% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (69% below UK average) suggests effective local measures or environmental factors influencing criminal activity. The overall crime rate, though slightly higher than January's 4.1 per 1,000 (a 5.1% increase), remains within a range that indicates a generally safe environment. Residents are advised to remain vigilant, particularly in areas experiencing spikes in theft from the person and public order offences, which may be influenced by transient populations or changes in local dynamics. The balance between violent and property crimes highlights the need for a multi-faceted approach to community safety, ensuring that both immediate concerns and long-term trends are addressed.

The most significant increase in February 2025 was a 350% rise in theft from the person, with incidents jumping from 2 to 9. This sharp escalation, though still a small number, signals a potential shift in criminal behaviour that residents should note. Other theft also rose by 33.9%, from 59 to 79, suggesting broader patterns of property-related crime. Public order offences increased by 32.1%, from 56 to 74, possibly linked to seasonal transitions or local events. Violence and sexual offences remained 23% below the UK average, with a rate of 1.8 per 1,000. Conversely, vehicle crime fell by 24.5%, and bicycle theft dropped by 50%, indicating some success in addressing specific crime types. These contrasting trends highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes, while maintaining efforts in sectors showing improvement.

East Suffolk's crime rate in February 2025 rose by 5.1% compared to January 2025, increasing from 4.1 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents. This shift, though modest, reflects a slight uptick in reported incidents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 39 crimes per day, a figure that underscores the frequency of incidents even as the overall rate remains well below the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 230 residents, a monthly exposure rate that, while low, suggests continued vigilance is needed. With a population of 249,664, the scale of this figure translates to manageable proportions for most households, though targeted areas may experience higher concentrations. The rise in specific categories, such as theft from the person and public order offences, indicates shifts in criminal activity patterns that require closer attention from local authorities and residents alike.