Mid Suffolk Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Suffolk’s crime rate in February 2025 stood at 2.7 per 1,000 residents, placing it 59.7% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This stark divergence from national trends underscores the area’s distinct crime profile, shaped by its rural-urban mix and seasonal rhythms. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 46.5% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (9.0%) and other theft (8.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a largely rural district with pockets of urban centres, where community-focused policing and lower population density may contribute to the lower overall rate. The winter month’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull likely influenced patterns, with property crimes remaining subdued compared to more densely populated regions. While violent crime remains a focus, the absence of significant spikes in theft or burglary suggests a stable environment, consistent with the area’s seasonal context and geographic profile. The data also highlights a marked disparity in crime types compared to the UK average, with violence and sexual offences being 45% below the national rate, a reflection of local initiatives or demographic factors that warrant further exploration.

February 2025 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with robbery and bicycle theft each doubling from zero to one and two incidents respectively, marking a 100% increase. Shoplifting also rose sharply by 53.3%, climbing from 15 to 23 cases. These increases, though small in absolute terms, signal potential vulnerabilities in retail environments or seasonal fluctuations linked to post-holiday periods. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 55.6% (27 to 12 cases), and drug-related crimes fell by 73.3% (15 to 4 cases), suggesting possible success in targeted interventions or natural declines during the winter months. The breakdown reveals a striking contrast with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences in Mid Suffolk are 45% below the national rate, and anti-social behaviour is 90% below. This divergence highlights the area’s unique dynamics, with lower levels of public disorder and substance misuse compared to the UK average. For residents, the sharp rise in bicycle theft—though limited to two incidents—may prompt heightened awareness around securing personal property in local parks and community spaces.

Mid Suffolk’s crime rate in February 2025 was 2.7 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, reinforces the area’s position as one of the safest in the UK, with a monthly exposure of one crime for every 370 residents. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 11 crimes per day, a figure that, while not negligible, is far below the UK average when scaled to population size. The local context—110,775 residents spread across a mix of rural and semi-urban areas—likely contributes to the lower density of incidents compared to major cities. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 2.7 per 1,000 rate translates to a 1-in-370 chance of a resident being directly affected by crime over the course of the month, a statistic that contrasts sharply with the UK’s higher rates. This comparison underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies and community engagement in maintaining low crime levels, even as specific categories like robbery and shoplifting show small upward trends. The data suggests that while Mid Suffolk remains a relatively secure area, targeted efforts may be needed to address emerging patterns in retail and personal property crime.