Beck Row Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Beck Row's crime rate in November 2023 stood at 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places the area 58.7% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000. This stark contrast underscores the area's relatively low crime profile, a trend that has likely been reinforced by local characteristics such as its small, built-up nature within West Suffolk. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of the 19 total reported incidents, followed by other theft (15.8%) and public order offences (15.8%). While these figures suggest a focus on interpersonal crime, the area's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 50% below the UK average, a disparity that may be influenced by factors such as community cohesion or effective local policing. Seasonal dynamics also played a role, as November's darker evenings and events like Bonfire Night typically correlate with increased crime in other areas. However, Beck Row's data shows a marked reduction in violent incidents compared to October, despite the month's usual seasonal pressures. This suggests that local efforts—whether through targeted policing, community engagement, or environmental design—may be contributing to the area's safer profile. The relatively low property crime rate, with burglary at 0.3 per 1,000 residents (12% below the UK average), further reinforces the idea that Beck Row's built-up character, with fewer high-value assets or commercial spaces, may reduce opportunities for property-related offences. While the rise in 'other crime'—a category that includes unclassified or minor offences—remains an outlier, the overall picture indicates that Beck Row's crime profile is shaped by a combination of its demographic makeup, geographic context, and effective local crime prevention measures.

November saw a significant reduction in violence and sexual offences, which fell by 50% from the previous month's 16 incidents to 8. This decline aligns with the broader trend of overall crime reduction, though it contrasts with increases in other theft and 'other crime' categories, both of which doubled from zero to three and one respectively. The area's violent crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 50% below the UK average, suggesting local initiatives or environmental factors may contribute to this disparity. Conversely, 'other crime'—a category that includes unclassified or minor offences—rose 54% above the UK average, indicating a potential gap in reporting or categorisation. For residents, the 50% drop in violence and sexual offences offers a tangible reassurance, particularly as the month's darker evenings and seasonal events typically correlate with higher rates of such crimes elsewhere.

Beck Row's crime rate in November 2023 fell by 38.6% compared to the previous month, reflecting a marked downward trend. This decline positions the area as significantly safer than it was in October, with the monthly crime rate dropping from 5.1 to 3.1 per 1,000 residents. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one crime reported each day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the consistent presence of criminal activity in a built-up area. When scaled to the population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 in 323 residents highlights that the vast majority of residents remain unaffected by crime, though this statistic should be contextualised within the area's small population size. Beck Row's crime profile remains distinct from the UK average, with its overall rate nearly half that of the national figure. This contrast suggests that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or demographic characteristics—play a pivotal role in shaping the area's crime picture, even as seasonal events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping could influence fluctuations in specific crime types.