West Suffolk Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

West Suffolk's overall crime rate in September 2025 was 5.1 per 1,000 residents, placing it 31.1% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance contrasts sharply with the national picture, where higher urban centres typically dominate crime statistics. The area's most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 46% of all reported incidents, a figure that was 7% below the UK average. This suggests that while the area faces challenges in managing violent crime, it is comparatively better positioned than many other parts of the country. Criminal damage and arson. of crimes, exceeded the UK average by 13%, indicating a potential vulnerability in infrastructure or community engagement. Anti-social behaviour, at 9.1% of total crimes, was 57% below the UK average, a discrepancy that may reflect the area's rural character and lower population density. Seasonal factors in September—such as the return of students to universities and the start of the academic year—may have influenced patterns, with increased social activity contributing to a rise in certain categories like violence. However, the overall decline in burglary and theft from the person suggests that local policing strategies or community initiatives may have had a measurable impact.

September 2025 saw a notable 43.9% decrease in burglary cases, falling from 41 to 23, a shift that may reflect heightened community vigilance or improved security measures during the back-to-school period. Conversely, 'other crime' increased by 20.7%, rising from 29 to 35, suggesting a potential uptick in less-defined categories that warrant closer scrutiny. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 46% of all crimes, though this rate was 7% below the UK average. The sharp 50% reduction in theft from the person—from four to two cases—may indicate successful policing efforts or reduced opportunities for such crimes in the area. Anti-social behaviour incidents were 57% below the UK average, a figure that could be attributed to the area's lower population density and community-focused initiatives.

West Suffolk's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 5.1 per 1,000 residents, a 10.1% decrease from the previous month's rate of 5.7. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns as schools and universities ramp up activities, potentially reducing opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 32 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of criminal activity in a localised timeframe. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 196 residents, illustrating the relative safety of the area compared to the UK average. When scaled to the population of 188,485, this monthly exposure translates to a manageable frequency, though it remains important to note that crime distribution varies across different categories. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the overall rate is low, specific types of crime—such as criminal damage and arson—show marked differences from national averages, underscoring the need for targeted local analysis.