Mildenhall (West Suffolk) Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

August 2024 revealed a significant spike in anti-social behaviour, marking the most dramatic month-on-month change in Mildenhall's crime profile. This built-up area within West Suffolk recorded a total of 46 crimes, translating to a crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents—36.6% below the UK average. The data highlights a distinct seasonal pattern, with violence and sexual offences dominating at 19 incidents (41.3% of total crimes), followed by anti-social behaviour (7 incidents) and criminal damage and arson (6 incidents). The surge in anti-social behaviour, which rose by 250% compared to July, contrasts with the 75% decline in 'other crime' and 71.4% drop in public order offences. This shift may be influenced by August's peak holiday season, which typically sees increased tourism and empty homes, factors that could contribute to both higher and lower crime activity depending on the category. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, shows a notable imbalance in crime types, with property crimes (17 incidents) and violent crimes (19 incidents) each contributing significantly to the total. However, the rate for violence and sexual offences in Mildenhall is 22% below the national average, and anti-social behaviour is 44% below UK levels, suggesting effective local policing or community engagement strategies. The seasonal context of August—characterised by summer holidays and reduced retail activity—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns. This month's data underscores the need for continued monitoring of anti-social behaviour trends, which saw an unprecedented 250% increase, while also reaffirming Mildenhall's status as a relatively low-crime area compared to the UK as a whole.

August marked a dramatic 250% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 7 incidents, the most significant month-on-month shift in the area. This spike was accompanied by a 200% rise in criminal damage and arson, and a 50% increase in burglary, suggesting a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics. Meanwhile, other crime and public order offences saw steep declines of 75% and 71.4% respectively, indicating a potential shift in criminal activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.3% of all reported crimes, but at a rate 22% below the UK average. Mildenhall's anti-social behaviour rate was 44% below the national average, despite the surge in August, illustrating the area's generally lower baseline for this category. These figures highlight both the volatility of certain crime types and the consistent underperformance of local rates compared to UK averages.

August 2024 saw a 13.2% reduction in Mildenhall's crime rate compared to July, falling from 5.9 to 5.2 per 1,000 residents. This monthly drop aligns with a broader seasonal pattern observed in the area, where August typically sees lower crime activity due to the summer holiday period and reduced foot traffic in local businesses. On a daily basis, Mildenhall experienced approximately one reported crime per day during August, a figure that remains consistent with the area's historical norms for this time of year. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 194 residents, a statistic that contextualises the local impact of crime within the community. When scaled to population size, Mildenhall's crime rate remains lower than the UK average, with residents facing a 36.6% lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the national average. This population-scaled perspective highlights the effectiveness of local policing strategies and the generally low-risk environment that characterises Mildenhall compared to other parts of the country.