Kesgrave Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Kesgrave during July 2024 reveals a distinct profile, with violent crimes dominating the landscape. Of the 35 total reported incidents, 19 (54.3%) were classified as violence and sexual offences, significantly below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000 for this category. This stark contrast highlights Kesgrave’s position as an area where violent crime is markedly less prevalent than in the UK as a whole, though the high proportion of such incidents within the local context raises questions about underlying factors. Property crimes, while fewer in number, accounted for 26% of the total, with other theft and vehicle crime each contributing 8.6%. These figures align with the seasonal context of July, a peak summer month when tourism and festivals may influence local crime patterns. The relatively low overall crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents—73.8% below the UK average—suggests a safer environment, though the balance between violent and property crimes indicates that the area’s dynamics are not entirely uniform. The absence of major spikes in property-related crimes, such as burglary or theft from the person, may be attributable to Kesgrave’s built-up area status within East Suffolk, where community cohesion and local policing efforts could play a role. However, the seasonal context of July—characterised by school holidays, increased tourism, and outdoor events—may have contributed to the slight rise in vehicle crime and drug-related offences, even as other categories saw declines. This interplay between local characteristics and broader seasonal influences offers a nuanced picture of Kesgrave’s crime profile, one that reflects both the area’s inherent safety and the occasional impact of transient factors.

July 2024 saw a 200% increase in vehicle crime, rising from one incident to three, and a 100% rise in drug-related offences, which were previously unreported. These spikes contrast sharply with an 87.5% drop in criminal damage and arson, which fell from eight to one. The crime mix in Kesgrave remains heavily skewed toward violent crimes, which made up 54.3% of the total, significantly below the UK average for this category (2.9 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour also remained well below the UK average, with a rate of 0.3 per 1,000 compared to the national figure of 1.4 per 1,000. The month-on-month changes suggest a shift in criminal activity, with property-related crimes (vehicle crime and other theft) showing notable growth, while public order offences decreased by 25%. For residents, the sharp increase in vehicle crime may be a particular concern, given its direct impact on personal safety and asset protection.

Kesgrave's July 2024 crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 12.4% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.5 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but measurable decline in reported crimes. This reduction aligns with the overall trend of lower crime rates observed in the built-up area, though the pace of change remains modest. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of one crime per day in July, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 455 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a level of safety consistent with rural or semi-rural characteristics. While this metric does not account for population density or geographic spread, it provides a tangible measure of how often residents might encounter crime in their daily lives. The comparison to the UK average highlights Kesgrave’s position as an area with significantly lower crime rates, though the month-on-month shift is more nuanced and context-dependent, influenced by seasonal factors and local dynamics.