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

Mildenhall (West Suffolk) recorded a crime rate of 7.9 per 1,000 residents in June 2024, placing it 3.7% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. This relatively low rate reflects the area's status as a built-up rural community within West Suffolk, where crime patterns are shaped by the interplay of local demographics and seasonal factors. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 47.9% of all reported crimes and 38% above the UK average. This concentration of violent crime contrasts with the area's overall safety profile, suggesting potential influences such as the proximity to transport networks or transient populations. Criminal damage and arson also rose sharply, reaching 1.6 per 1,000 residents—162% above the UK average—a figure that may be linked to the start of the summer season, when outdoor events and increased foot traffic could create new opportunities for such offences. Public order offences similarly saw a 100% increase, reflecting the dynamics of community interactions during the longer evenings of June. The seasonal context of June—the start of summer, with extended daylight hours and the beginning of tourism in rural areas—may contribute to these patterns, though localised factors such as community engagement initiatives could also play a role. The data also highlights areas of strength: anti-social behaviour and drug-related crimes were significantly below UK averages, indicating that certain aspects of the area's social fabric may be contributing to lower rates in these categories. These findings paint a nuanced picture of Mildenhall's crime profile, where overall safety is maintained despite pockets of higher risk in specific offence types.

June 2024 saw significant increases in three crime categories: public order offences, criminal damage and arson, and other crime, each rising by 100% compared to May. This sharp rise in public order offences—doubling from 4 to 8 cases—suggests heightened tensions or changes in community activity during the early summer months. Meanwhile, shoplifting and other theft fell by two-thirds, potentially reflecting seasonal shifts in retail activity or increased security measures. The violent crime category, accounting for nearly half of all reported incidents (34 cases), remains 38% above the UK average, a stark contrast to the area's overall lower crime rate. This divergence may indicate unique local factors, such as the influence of nearby transport hubs or transient populations. Anti-social behaviour and drug-related offences were significantly below UK averages, suggesting that certain community-focused initiatives may be contributing to lower rates in these areas.

Mildenhall's crime rate in June 2024 fell to 7.9 per 1,000 residents, a 4.1% decrease from the previous month's 8.3 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, where longer daylight hours and warmer temperatures may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 2 crimes per day in June, a figure that, while modest, reflects the area's relatively low overall crime rate compared to the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 126 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents within the local population. This figure is particularly meaningful for residents, as it provides a tangible sense of how often crime intersects with daily life in the area. The population-scaled perspective also highlights the area's safety profile, with crime rates consistently below the national average despite fluctuations in specific categories.