Woodbridge Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Woodbridge’s crime rate in June 2023 stood at 2.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 67.1% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This marked a continued trend of low overall crime in the built-up area, which sits within East Suffolk’s rural landscape. The most common crime types were violence and sexual offences (33.3% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (29.6%) and anti-social behaviour (22.2%). These figures align with the area’s character as a relatively quiet town with limited large-scale commercial activity, though the presence of local amenities and seasonal tourism may contribute to fluctuations. June, the start of summer, typically sees increased foot traffic in coastal and rural areas, which could influence crime patterns. However, the overall rate remains exceptionally low compared to national benchmarks. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.9 per 1,000, yet Woodbridge’s rate for this category is 69% below that figure. This suggests a combination of strong community cohesion, effective local policing, and the area’s geographical isolation from major urban centres may play a role in maintaining safety. While anti-social behaviour and criminal damage saw notable spikes in June, their rates still remain well below UK averages, indicating that the area’s broader crime profile remains stable despite these fluctuations.

The most dramatic shift in June 2023 was a 100% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from four incidents in May to eight. This category’s rate of 0.8 per 1,000 was 25% above the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000, highlighting a localised trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as increased outdoor activity or targeted vandalism in residential areas. Conversely, violence and sexual offences fell by 40%, dropping from 15 to 9, a decline that likely reflects the impact of summer holidays reducing opportunities for such crimes. Other theft also saw a sharp 50% decrease, from four to two incidents, though this category remains 69% below the UK average. The contrast between these rises and falls underscores the complexity of crime patterns in small communities. Anti-social behaviour, which surged by 100%, may be linked to the start of the summer season and increased social gatherings in public spaces. However, its rate of 0.6 per 1,000 is still 59% below the UK average, suggesting that while localised spikes occur, the area’s overall safety remains intact. These findings offer residents a concrete insight into the types of crime that may require closer attention, particularly in managing outdoor spaces and community events to mitigate potential risks.

Woodbridge’s June 2023 crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 marked a 20.8% decrease from May’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained decline in overall crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day over the month, a figure that, while low, highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing specific categories like criminal damage. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of one crime for every 354 residents underscores the rarity of criminal incidents in Woodbridge compared to the UK average. This is particularly notable when considering that the UK’s overall crime rate is more than double that of Woodbridge. The previous month’s rate of 3.6 per 1,000, though still well below the national average, suggests that the current decline may be partly attributable to targeted interventions or seasonal factors. For residents, the 2.8 per 1,000 rate means that the likelihood of being directly affected by crime is significantly lower than in most other areas of the country. However, the spikes in criminal damage and arson, while not altering the overall trend, serve as a reminder that localised issues can emerge even in communities with generally low crime rates. The comparison to the UK average further reinforces that Woodbridge’s approach to crime prevention, whether through community engagement, policing strategies, or environmental design, is likely contributing to its consistently low rates.