Ipswich Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 140,274, Ipswich reported 1085 crimes in April 2025, equating to one reported crime for every 129 residents over the month. This aligns precisely with the UK average crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000, though the local profile diverges in key areas. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 40.7% of all crimes, a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—23% higher than the UK average. This may partly reflect the town’s mix of urban centres and coastal tourism, which can drive incidents in public spaces and nightlife areas. Shoplifting also stood out, with 129 cases (11.9% of total crimes) at 0.9 per 1,000, 36% above the UK average. This likely ties to the retail presence in Ipswich’s high streets, a pattern seen in other market towns. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.7 per 1,000, was 47% below the UK average, suggesting stronger community policing or lower levels of disruptive activity in residential areas. The seasonal context of April—Easter, spring weather, and increased outdoor activity—may have influenced patterns, with higher foot traffic contributing to shoplifting and public order offences. However, the overall rate matching the UK average indicates no significant deviation from national trends despite these local factors.

April 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with burglary increasing by 33.3% compared to March (24 → 32 cases). This rise may reflect seasonal patterns, as Easter holidays often bring transient populations to the area, potentially increasing opportunities for property crimes. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 41.3% (104 → 61), due to reduced traffic during school breaks or Easter-related travel disruptions. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 28.9% (76 → 98), a trend that could be linked to increased social gatherings during the holiday period. In contrast, drugs-related crimes dropped by 38.1% (42 → 26), a decline that might indicate successful local enforcement efforts or reduced demand during the Easter period. Violence and sexual offences remained high, with a rate of 3.2 per 1,000—23% above the UK average. This may highlight persistent challenges in managing public safety in areas with higher foot traffic, such as the town centre. Residents may find the 36 crimes reported daily (1085 over 30 days) a useful metric for understanding local risk levels, though this figure includes both violent and property crimes across the district.

Ipswich’s crime rate in April 2025 (7.7 per 1,000) was unchanged from March’s 8.1 per 1,000, marking a 4.3% monthly decline. This reduction, though modest, contrasts with the 23% above-average rate for violent crimes, indicating that while overall trends may be stabilising, specific categories remain elevated. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 36 crimes, a figure that translates to one reported incident for every 129 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure metric provides context for residents, showing that while the rate is average nationally, localised factors—such as the town’s retail and tourist activity—can create pockets of higher risk. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that Ipswich’s 1085 crimes are proportionally in line with the UK average, despite variations in specific crime types. For example, while anti-social behaviour was 47% below the UK average, violence and sexual offences were 23% above—a disparity that may reflect the town’s character as a coastal market town with mixed urban and rural elements. These comparisons underscore the importance of focusing on localised trends rather than broad national metrics when assessing public safety in Ipswich.