Beck Row Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

In Beck Row, a built-up area within West Suffolk, 6 crimes were reported in February 2026, equating to one incident for every 1,023 residents. This rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents places the area 84.4% below the UK average of 6.4 per 1,000. The most common crime type was criminal damage and arson, accounting for 50% of all incidents, followed by violence and sexual offences (33.3%) and possession of weapons (16.7%). The low overall crime rate aligns with February's seasonal context—a winter month marked by reduced outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull, which may partly explain the subdued levels of property and violent crime. The area’s sparse population and rural proximity to larger urban centres could also contribute to the limited opportunities for certain crime types. The rate of criminal damage and arson matches the UK average for this category, despite the area’s overall underperformance. This suggests that while Beck Row is generally safer than the UK average, specific crime types remain aligned with national trends. The data highlights a combination of local geography and seasonal patterns, with the cold weather likely reducing foot traffic and outdoor interactions that might otherwise drive more crimes.

February 2026 saw a stark contrast in crime trends compared to January, with criminal damage and arson surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents). This increase, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in the crime mix, as violent crimes fell sharply by 81.8% (from 11 to 2). The drop in violence and sexual offences may be linked to reduced public gatherings during the winter. Possession of weapons also decreased by 50%, from 2 to 1 incident, suggesting a possible temporary deterrent effect from increased police patrols or community initiatives. Beck Row’s violent crime rate of 0.3 per 1,000 residents is 87% below the UK average of 2.3 per 1,000, a gap that underscores the area’s relative safety. However, the rate of criminal damage and arson is 9% above the UK average for this category, indicating a need for targeted interventions in property-related crime. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the 200% rise in vandalism, which may warrant closer attention from local authorities.

February 2026’s crime rate of 1.0 per 1,000 residents represents a 66.6% decline from January’s rate of 2.9 per 1,000. This reduction, while significant, is consistent with the seasonal dip in activity typical of winter months. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 0 crimes per day over the 28-day period, reflecting the sparse nature of incidents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 1,023 residents, a figure that highlights the rarity of incidents in Beck Row’s small population. When scaled to the area’s 6,135 residents, this equates to a population-scaled perspective where the likelihood of encountering crime is exceptionally low. The UK average of 6.4 per 1,000 residents underscores the stark contrast, with Beck Row’s crime rate being 84.4% below the national benchmark. This comparison is particularly meaningful for residents, as it illustrates the area’s position as one of the safest in the UK. The combination of low population density and the absence of major urban infrastructure likely contributes to this trend, though further analysis would be required to confirm this hypothesis.