Kesgrave Crime Rate May 2023 | Monthly Statistics

May 2023 saw Kesgrave maintain a crime rate of 2.3 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This 71.2% deficit reflects a pattern of low overall criminal activity typical of smaller built-up areas in rural regions. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 51.4% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (18.9%) and anti-social behaviour (10.8%). These figures align with the seasonal rhythm of May, a month marked by extended daylight hours and increased outdoor socialising linked to bank holidays. The relatively high proportion of violent crime may be partly explained by the area's character as a commuter town with a mix of residential and retail spaces, though the overall rate remains far below national averages. Property crimes, which comprised only 13.5% of all incidents, were sparse compared to the UK average, suggesting effective local security measures or lower exposure to theft opportunities. The low rate of anti-social behaviour (77% below UK average) and public order offences (39% below) could indicate strong community cohesion or successful policing strategies in managing public spaces. However, the seasonal context of May—characterised by longer evenings and increased social gatherings—may contribute to the elevated share of violent crime, requiring continued monitoring as warmer weather progresses into summer.

May 2023 marked a 13.7% decrease in Kesgrave's overall crime rate compared to April, with the most striking change being a 600% increase in public order offences, rising from one incident to seven. This surge aligns with the seasonal context of May, when extended daylight hours and bank holidays likely led to more outdoor drinking and socialising. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 60% (from 10 to 4 incidents), possibly reflecting targeted enforcement efforts or natural fluctuations in community activity. The category of drugs saw a 66.7% decline, dropping from three to one incident, which may indicate temporary disruptions in illicit activity or successful interventions. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, with a rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents—57% below the UK average. This contrasts with the UK's higher proportion of violent crime, suggesting Kesgrave's demographic or geographic profile may involve lower exposure to certain risk factors. The complete absence of vehicle crime in April, which rose to one incident in May, highlights the volatility of some categories, though the overall rate remains exceptionally low. Residents may find the 1-in-430 resident monthly exposure rate (based on 37 crimes over 15,910 residents) a useful benchmark for contextualising local safety.

Kesgrave's crime rate in May 2023 (2.3 per 1,000) represented a 13.7% decline from April's rate of 2.7 per 1,000, continuing a downward trend observed in recent months. This reduction, though modest, underscores the area's consistently low crime profile compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, the local figure of one crime per day (37 total crimes over 31 days) illustrates a manageable level of activity for a built-up area of 15,910 residents. When scaled to monthly exposure, the 1-in-430 resident statistic provides a tangible measure of risk, far below the UK's much higher rates. This comparative advantage is evident across multiple categories: violence and sexual offences (57% below UK average), public order (39% below), and anti-social behaviour (77% below). These figures suggest Kesgrave's unique characteristics—possibly its rural location, commuter-oriented population, or effective local policing—contribute to its safety. However, the stark contrast between Kesgrave's 2.3 per 1,000 rate and the UK's 8.0 per 1,000 highlights the importance of contextual factors such as population density, economic conditions, and community dynamics. While the area's low crime rates are commendable, the 600% increase in public order offences during May serves as a reminder that seasonal fluctuations can temporarily disrupt even the most stable crime profiles.