Mid Suffolk Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Mid Suffolk experienced a marked shift in its crime profile during January 2026, with the overall crime rate standing at 3.2 per 1,000 residents—52.9% below the UK average of 6.8. This figure reflects a consistent trend in the area's relatively low crime levels, which have remained well below national benchmarks for several years. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 56.8% of total crimes (200 incidents), followed by other theft (8.5%) and criminal damage and arson (6.0%). These figures contrast with the UK average for violence and sexual offences (2.5 per 1,000), where Mid Suffolk's rate was 28% lower. Seasonal factors likely played a role in shaping the crime profile, with the post-holiday period and reduced retail footfall contributing to lower shoplifting rates (3.4% of total crimes, 82% below the UK average). The area's rural character, combined with its dispersed population and limited urban centres, may partly explain the subdued levels of property crime and public order offences. While violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, the absence of significant spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime suggests that local initiatives or environmental factors—such as community policing or reduced public gatherings during colder weather—may have contributed to the area's continued safety.

Mid Suffolk's crime rate fell by 6.2% month-on-month in January 2026, dropping from 3.4 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline was driven by reductions in anti-social behaviour (-40.0%), drugs (-46.2%), and other crime (-55.6%), though violence and sexual offences rose sharply by 25.8% (159 to 200 incidents). The increase in violent crimes may reflect seasonal patterns, as colder weather and shorter days can lead to more indoor gatherings and interpersonal conflicts. Theft from the person and bicycle theft both saw 100% month-on-month increases, rising from zero to one and one to two incidents respectively. These isolated spikes may be attributed to specific incidents rather than broader trends, given the small numbers involved. Mid Suffolk's performance compared to the UK average remained stark: violence and sexual offences were 28% below the national rate, while shoplifting was 82% lower (0.1 per 1,000 vs. 0.6 per 1,000). The area's low levels of public order offences (76% below the UK average) and anti-social behaviour (78% below) further highlight its distinct crime profile, likely shaped by its rural nature and limited nightlife venues.

Mid Suffolk's crime rate in January 2026 was 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 6.2% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.4. This decline aligns with the area's historical trend of maintaining rates significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the district recorded an average of 11 crimes per day, equivalent to roughly one crime for every 315 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate places Mid Suffolk among the safest areas in the UK, with its population of 110,775 experiencing crime at a frequency far lower than the national average. When scaled to the local population, the 3.2 per 1,000 figure means that a resident has a 1-in-315 chance of being directly affected by a reported crime in any given month—a statistic that underscores the area's relative safety. The comparison to the UK average also reveals significant disparities: for instance, anti-social behaviour in Mid Suffolk was 78% below the national rate, and shoplifting was 82% lower. These figures suggest that factors such as community cohesion, rural isolation, and limited urban density may contribute to the area's lower crime levels compared to more densely populated regions. The month-on-month decrease, while modest, reinforces the perception that Mid Suffolk continues to benefit from a stable and secure environment, even as localised increases in certain categories like violence and sexual offences highlight the need for targeted interventions.