Woodbridge Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Woodbridge, a built-up area in East Suffolk, recorded 40 crimes in January 2026, translating to a crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 residents — 38.2% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This rate, when contextualized against the area’s population of 9,559, highlights a relatively low level of criminal activity compared to the national picture. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 45% of all reported crimes (18 incidents), followed by burglary and criminal damage (12.5% each). This distribution contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences make up 24% of the total (2.5 per 1,000), suggesting a higher concentration of violent crime in Woodbridge relative to the national profile. Seasonal factors may contribute to this pattern, as January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter days, which can dampen shoplifting and public order offences. However, the dominance of violent crime in Woodbridge’s statistics could reflect local characteristics, such as the presence of social hubs or community dynamics that may influence interpersonal conflict. The area’s lower crime rate compared to the UK average aligns with its smaller size and lower urban density, which can act as a mitigating factor for certain types of crime. While the overall rate remains stable, the composition of offences offers insights into the specific challenges faced by the community, from violent incidents to property-related crimes that require targeted attention.

January 2026 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with three categories experiencing sharp increases. Other crime surged by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents), while robbery and shoplifting both doubled from zero to one each — a notable rise that may reflect seasonal or localized factors. Conversely, other theft and public order offences declined, with the latter falling by 33.3% (from 3 to 2). These changes suggest a shift in the balance between property and violent crime, though violent crimes (18 incidents) still dominated, accounting for 45% of the total. Burglary, at 5 incidents, stood out as 79% above the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), a stark contrast to other categories like shoplifting, which were 82% below the national rate. For residents, the spike in 'other crime' — a category encompassing a range of non-specific offences — may warrant closer attention, as it represents a new or evolving risk factor in the area.

Woodbridge's crime rate in January 2026 rose by 42.7% compared to the previous month, reflecting a shift in local patterns. With 40 total crimes recorded over 31 days, the area experienced roughly one reported crime per day — a figure that translates to one crime for every 239 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents in a community of 9,559 people, though the increase from December’s 2.9 per 1,000 rate suggests a notable uptick in activity. The population-scaled perspective underscores that even with this rise, Woodbridge remains significantly below the UK average, which stands at 6.8 per 1,000. This contrast may be attributed to the area’s smaller size and possibly lower levels of urban density, which can influence crime dynamics. While daily crime counts offer a snapshot of immediate concerns, the monthly aggregate provides a broader context for residents and policymakers, showing that the rate of occurrence, though higher than December, remains manageable within the local framework.