Little Eriswell Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Little Eriswell’s crime profile in February 2025 was defined by an exceptionally low rate of violent crime, which was 87% below the UK average (0.3 vs 2.4 per 1,000 residents). This stark contrast to national trends highlights the area’s unique safety profile, shaped by its status as a built-up area within West Suffolk—a region historically characterized by low population density and limited commercial activity. The overall crime rate for the month stood at 0.5 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 92.5% below the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. The breakdown of incidents revealed that violence and sexual offences accounted for 66.7% of all reported crimes, while other crime made up the remaining 33.3%. This distribution suggests that while violent crime remains the most common category, its frequency is still exceptionally low compared to the UK context. The seasonal context of February—marked by colder weather, shorter daylight hours, and reduced outdoor activity—likely contributed to the low overall crime rate, as such conditions may deter both property and violent crimes. However, the small number of incidents (only 3 total) means that statistical patterns must be interpreted with caution, and any conclusions about underlying causes should be hedged. The area’s geographical and demographic characteristics—its rural-adjacent setting, limited population, and absence of major urban or commercial hubs—may all play a role in sustaining this low-crime environment. While direct causal links, it is consistent with the pattern seen in similar small, built-up areas where community cohesion and low population density contribute to crime prevention. For residents, the most striking takeaway is the area’s consistent underperformance relative to UK averages, a trend that has likely been reinforced by the winter season’s inherent limitations on criminal opportunities.

February 2025 saw a 60.0% decrease in violence and sexual offences, with the category dropping from 5 incidents in the previous month to 2. This decline aligns with the seasonal lull typical of winter, when colder weather and reduced public activity may limit opportunities for such crimes. While violent crime remains 87% below the UK average (0.3 vs 2.4 per 1,000), other crime in the area was 25% above the UK average (0.2 vs 0.2 per 1,000), a slight anomaly that may reflect the small sample size or the nature of incidents reported. For residents, the most immediate insight is the stark contrast between the area’s violent crime rate and the UK norm: a resident in Little Eriswell is 16 times less likely to experience a violent crime than the average UK resident. This disparity underscores the area’s unique safety profile, which appears to be driven by its rural-adjacent character and limited urban infrastructure.

Little Eriswell’s crime rate in February 2025 (0.5 per 1,000 residents) represents a 57.3% decline from the previous month’s rate of 1.1 per 1,000. This drop aligns with the typical seasonal pattern observed in winter months, when outdoor activity and public gatherings decrease, potentially reducing opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in February, a figure that underscores the low-frequency nature of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 2,123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the rarity of criminal activity in Little Eriswell compared to the UK average. With a population of 6,368, the area’s small size and low population density likely contribute to this pattern, as fewer people in a given space may reduce the likelihood of interpersonal or property-related conflicts. This context suggests that local factors—such as community cohesion, limited commercial activity, and the absence of high-risk zones—play a significant role in maintaining the area’s consistently low crime profile.