Kesgrave Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Kesgrave’s December 2025 crime rate of 1.7 per 1,000 residents placed it 75.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, a stark contrast that underscores the area’s relatively secure environment. This figure, the lowest recorded for the area in recent months, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 48.2% of all reported crimes, though their rate was 69% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is not absent, it is significantly lower than national trends, possibly due to Kesgrave’s smaller population and community-oriented policing efforts. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, darker evenings, and the presence of empty homes during holidays—may have influenced crime patterns, with some categories, such as criminal damage and arson, declining by 33.3% compared to the previous month. This decline could be attributed to reduced foot traffic and increased home security measures during the festive period. However, the rise in other theft and drugs-related incidents highlights the need for targeted awareness campaigns. The overall low crime rate, coupled with the area’s built-up character, indicates that Kesgrave’s crime profile is shaped by a mix of community resilience and geographical factors, such as its location within East Suffolk and the relative absence of high-risk urban features.

December 2025 marked notable decreases in criminal damage and arson, which fell by 33.3% compared to the previous month, and in anti-social behaviour, which also dropped by 33.3%. These declines may reflect the reduced presence of transient populations during the holiday season or heightened community engagement in local initiatives. Conversely, other theft, other crime, and drugs-related incidents each saw a 100% increase, suggesting a shift in crime dynamics that could be linked to the festive period’s associated risks, such as increased drug use or unattended items. Violence and sexual offences, though remaining the most common category (accounting for 48.2% of all crimes), were 69% below the UK average, highlighting Kesgrave’s performance in this area. Residents may find the 33.3% reduction in anti-social behaviour particularly reassuring, as this category often correlates with public safety concerns in built-up areas.

Kesgrave's crime rate in December 2025 fell by 10.1% compared to the previous month, dropping from 1.9 to 1.7 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal rhythm of the area, where December’s shorter days and holiday-related absences may reduce opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day in December, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 589 residents. While this suggests a relatively low level of criminal activity, it is important to contextualise this against Kesgrave’s population of 15,910. The monthly exposure rate underscores that while the overall rate is low, residents remain aware of the need for vigilance, particularly during periods of increased foot traffic or seasonal events. This perspective helps frame the data as a reflection of both local patterns and broader national trends, where Kesgrave’s performance consistently outpaces the UK average.