Ipswich Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Ipswich's overall crime rate in February 2025 stood at 6.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 3% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This figure, while lower than the national benchmark, reflects a combination of local factors and seasonal trends. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 39.8% of all reported incidents, a rate (2.6 per 1,000) that exceeds the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000 by 11%. Shoplifting followed, contributing 9.9% of total crimes (0.6 per 1,000), though this rate is 3% below the UK average. The third most common category was criminal damage and arson, which occurred at a rate of 0.6 per 1,000 (8.8% of total crimes), 25% above the UK average. These patterns may be influenced by Ipswich's status as a coastal town with a mix of urban and semi-rural areas, where retail centres and public spaces are common. The winter month of February, with its low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull, likely contributed to the lower overall crime rate compared to busier seasons. However, the prominence of violent crime suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining public safety in certain areas. The relatively low rate of anti-social behaviour (0.4 per 1,000, 59% below the UK average) may indicate effective community engagement or policing efforts in this category. Residents should remain aware of the higher-than-average rates of violence and property-related offences, particularly in areas with high foot traffic or commercial activity, and consider taking additional precautions during late-night hours or in isolated locations.

February 2025 saw a 62.5% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 24 to 39 incidents. This sharp rise, though still below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), suggests a potential shift in local patterns that warrants attention. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 30.2%, from 43 to 56 incidents, a trend that may reflect seasonal factors such as colder weather driving more indoor gatherings. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 28.0%, with reported cases dropping from 125 to 90, a decrease that could indicate effective local deterrents or seasonal lulls in retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common category (39.8% of total crimes), significantly above the UK average (2.4 per 1,000), highlighting areas where targeted interventions may be necessary. Residents are advised to remain cautious in public spaces, particularly in areas with higher-than-average rates of violent crime and anti-social behaviour.

Ipswich's crime rate in February 2025 fell by 15.6% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7.6 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as February often sees reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 32 crimes per day, a figure that, while consistent with historical trends, remains a useful benchmark for local awareness. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 155 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national averages. When scaled to the area's population of 140,274, this translates to a manageable exposure rate, though residents should remain vigilant in areas with higher-than-average crime concentrations, such as those related to violence and property offences.