Kesgrave Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,910 residents, Kesgrave recorded 50 crimes in March 2025, equating to 3.1 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 60.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000, placing the area among the safest in the country. The crime breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences accounted for 48% of all incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (14%) and anti-social behaviour (14%). These figures align with the area’s character as a built-up zone within East Suffolk, where community interactions and local amenities may influence crime patterns. The seasonal context of March—marking the transition to spring and the lengthening of evenings—may contribute to the rise in violent offences, as increased social activity and later daylight hours could create environments conducive to such crimes. Anti-social behaviour, while lower than the UK average, remains a persistent issue, linked to the area’s population density and proximity to urban centres. The relatively low property crime rate (20% of total) suggests a focus on personal safety over asset protection, a trend consistent with smaller built-up areas where property theft may be less prevalent. These statistics, while indicating overall safety, highlight the need for targeted interventions in violent crime and public order management as the year progresses.

March 2025 saw a dramatic rise in public order offences, which surged by 400% compared to February, with the category growing from 1 to 5 incidents. This spike, coupled with a 166.7% increase in violence and sexual offences (from 9 to 24), signals a notable shift in the crime profile. The rise in violent crimes may partly explain the heightened focus on public order issues, as both categories often intersect in areas with increased social interaction. The rate of possession of weapons in Kesgrave was 186% above the UK average, a stark outlier that warrants attention. While property crimes remained low at 10 incidents (20% of total crimes), the dominance of violent offences—accounting for 48% of the total—contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violent crimes make up 45% of all recorded incidents. Residents might find the 186% disparity in weapons possession particularly concerning, as it highlights a specific vulnerability in local crime dynamics.

Kesgrave's crime rate in March 2025 (3.1 per 1,000 residents) marks a 127.5% increase from the previous month’s rate of 1.4 per 1,000. This rise translates to roughly 2 crimes reported daily in the area, a figure that, while low in absolute terms, reflects a notable shift in local patterns. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 318 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for residents. This monthly aggregate highlights the importance of considering crime as a cumulative experience rather than a daily occurrence. The population-scaled perspective reveals that, despite the increase, Kesgrave remains significantly safer than the UK average, with its crime rate still 60.3% below the national figure. However, the month-on-month jump underscores the need for continued vigilance, particularly in areas where crime rates have surged. The daily crime count, though modest, serves as a reminder that even small numbers can represent significant shifts in community safety.