Kesgrave Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Kesgrave's overall crime rate in June 2023 stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, placing it 69.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low exposure to crime compared to the national picture. The most prevalent crime category was anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 33.3% of all reported incidents (14 cases), followed by violence and sexual offences (13 cases, 31.0%) and criminal damage and arson (7 cases, 16.7%). These figures align with the seasonal context of June, when longer daylight hours and the early onset of tourism in rural East Suffolk may influence local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour, in particular, often rises during warmer months due to increased public gatherings and outdoor activity, though this remains a localised pattern rather than a national trend. The low crime rate may also reflect Kesgrave’s character as a smaller built-up area with limited commercial or nightlife activity compared to larger urban centres. Property crime, while lower than the UK average, accounted for 35.7% of all incidents, suggesting that local factors such as residential density or community engagement could play a role in shaping crime patterns. The data also shows that violent crime in Kesgrave is 73% below the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s demographic profile and social cohesion. As the summer season progresses, continued monitoring of anti-social behaviour and property crime will be critical to understanding how these trends evolve in response to seasonal changes.

June 2023 saw a marked increase in anti-social behaviour, rising by 250% compared to the previous month (from 4 to 14 cases). This surge, while significant, remains 39% below the UK average for the same category. Concurrently, vehicle crime and other theft both rose by 200% (from 1 to 3 cases each), indicating potential shifts in local crime patterns. The decrease in violence and sexual offences by 31.6% (from 19 to 13 cases) contrasts sharply with the rise in anti-social behaviour, suggesting a possible reallocation of criminal activity toward less severe but more frequent incidents. Kesgrave’s anti-social behaviour rate is 39% below the UK average, a disparity that may reflect the area’s limited public spaces or community-focused policing strategies. Vehicle crime, at 0.2 per 1,000 residents, is 57% below the UK average, potentially linked to the area’s lower vehicle density or fewer commercial zones. These fluctuations highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas where anti-social behaviour is concentrated, such as local parks or community hubs. Residents may find the 250% increase in anti-social behaviour particularly noteworthy, as it underscores the importance of community engagement and local reporting mechanisms in addressing emerging trends.

Kesgrave’s crime rate in June 2023 rose by 13.3% compared to the previous month, increasing from 2.3 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. This upward trend, however, remains far below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day in June, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 15,910 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 379 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. This statistic provides a tangible measure of the area’s relative safety, with residents experiencing crime at a fraction of the national rate. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates Kesgrave’s position as a low-crime area, where the likelihood of encountering crime is minimal compared to larger urban centres. The previous month’s rate of 2.3 per 1,000 was already below the UK average, indicating a consistent pattern of lower crime exposure. While the 13.3% increase in June may signal temporary fluctuations, the overall trajectory remains firmly within the lower end of the national spectrum. These figures reinforce Kesgrave’s status as a safer area, where the combination of low population density, limited commercial activity, and community-focused policing likely contributes to the sustained low crime rates.