Mid Suffolk Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In October 2025, Mid Suffolk recorded a crime rate of 3.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 49.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly one crime for every 254 residents over the course of the month, a figure that highlights the area’s relative safety compared to national trends. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for nearly half (47.5%) of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (9.4%) and criminal damage and arson (7.8%). These patterns may reflect the area’s character as a largely rural district with smaller communities, where interpersonal conflicts and property-related disputes are more likely to occur in concentrated areas. Seasonal factors also played a role: the transition to darker evenings and Halloween activities likely contributed to increased reports of violence and anti-social behaviour. Property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remain significantly lower than UK averages, possibly due to the lower population density and reduced commercial activity typical of rural regions. While violent crime dominates the statistics, the overall rate remains well below the national benchmark, suggesting that residents face a markedly lower per-capita risk than those in more densely populated areas.

October 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with vehicle crime surging by 300% (from 5 to 20 incidents) and robbery doubling (from 0 to 2). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as Halloween-related activity or changes in traffic patterns during darker evenings. Conversely, bicycle theft dropped by two-thirds (from 3 to 1), and other thefts fell by 33.3% (from 39 to 26), potentially reflecting reduced outdoor activity or improved security measures. The breakdown of crime types also reveals stark contrasts with national trends: violence and sexual offences in Mid Suffolk are 29% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 68% below. This suggests that the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing may contribute to fewer incidents of disorder. For residents, the daily crime count of 14 incidents provides a tangible reference point—equivalent to one reported crime for every 254 residents over the course of the month. While the overall crime rate rose by 14.5% compared to September, the specific increases in vehicle and robbery-related crimes may warrant closer attention from local authorities and community groups.

Mid Suffolk’s crime rate in October 2025 rose to 3.9 per 1,000 residents, up from 3.4 per 1,000 in September—a 14.5% increase. This shift, however, remains far below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, underscoring the area’s continued safety relative to the national picture. On a daily basis, the 436 total crimes reported over 31 days equate to approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that, while notable, is consistent with the area’s low-density profile. When scaled to the population of 110,775 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for every 254 residents—a statistic that may help residents contextualise their personal risk. Compared to the UK, Mid Suffolk’s residents face a significantly lower likelihood of encountering violent crime, with rates for violence and sexual offences 29% below the national average. This disparity is likely influenced by the area’s rural character, where community ties and limited commercial activity may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. While the increase in vehicle crime and robbery in October is concerning, the overall trajectory remains one of relative safety, with the majority of crime types continuing to fall well below national benchmarks.