Woodbridge Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Woodbridge’s crime rate in November 2025 remained markedly lower than the UK average, recording 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents—53.4% below the national figure of 7.3. This subdued profile, however, contrasts with significant spikes in specific categories, public order offences, which surged by 400% compared to October. The town’s crime profile is dominated by violence and sexual offences, accounting for 53.1% of all incidents, followed by public order (15.6%) and anti-social behaviour (9.4%). Seasonal factors appear to play a role in shaping these patterns, with the darker evenings of November potentially amplifying public order issues around local events such as Bonfire Night. While Woodbridge’s overall crime rate is significantly lower than the UK average, the town’s relative safety may be attributed to its character as a smaller, built-up area within East Suffolk, where lower population density and community cohesion may contribute to reduced criminal activity. The absence of major retail or nightlife hubs also aligns with lower rates of theft and vehicle crime compared to larger urban centres. However, the sharp rise in public order offences highlights the need for targeted interventions, particularly during periods of increased social activity. The seasonal context of November—marked by Black Friday shopping and the approach of winter—may also have influenced the mix of crimes, with shoplifting and other theft-related incidents remaining below UK averages but showing no significant change from the previous month.

November 2025 marked a sharp rise in public order offences, increasing by 400% from one incident in October to five in November. This surge, coupled with a 100% increase in both burglary and anti-social behaviour, points to emerging challenges in community safety. While violent crime decreased by 32% compared to the previous month, the absolute number of violent offences (17) still accounted for 53.1% of all crimes reported, underscoring its continued dominance. Woodbridge’s rate of violence and sexual offences (1.8 per 1,000) is 30% below the UK average, a contrast to the 6% increase in public order offences, which now sit at 0.5 per 1,000—just above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. Residents should be particularly aware of the 400% spike in public order incidents, which may be linked to November’s dark evenings and events like Bonfire Night, where heightened activity can contribute to such rises.

Woodbridge's crime rate in November 2025 stood at 3.4 per 1,000 residents, a 15.8% decrease from the previous month’s 4.0 per 1,000. This decline reflects a broader trend of reduced violent crime, with violence and sexual offences dropping by 32% compared to October. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 299 residents, a figure that contextualises the scale of incidents relative to the town’s population of 9,559. Daily crime statistics show an average of one crime per day in Woodbridge, a rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. While this suggests a generally safer environment, the month-on-month increases in specific categories—such as public order and burglary—highlight areas requiring closer attention. These fluctuations underscore the need for residents to remain vigilant, particularly during events like Bonfire Night, which can influence local crime dynamics.