Mildenhall (West Suffolk) Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For every 1,000 residents in Mildenhall (West Suffolk) during February 2025, 7.2 crimes were reported — 7.5% above the UK average of 6.7 per 1,000. This translates to a daily risk of roughly 2 crimes per day, with 1 in 140 residents experiencing a reported incident over the course of the month. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (26 cases, 40.6% of total), followed by shoplifting (9 cases) and criminal damage (8 cases). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where violence and sexual offences were 23% higher than the national average, shoplifting 61% higher, and criminal damage 88% higher. February, typically a winter month with reduced outdoor activity, may have contributed to patterns such as anti-social behaviour, which saw a notable increase in reported incidents. The area's character as a built-up part of rural West Suffolk suggests that local factors — such as community dynamics, seasonal transitions, or specific events — could influence crime trends. While the overall rate remains modest compared to major urban centres, the disproportionate rise in certain categories warrants closer examination of local conditions and their alignment with broader seasonal patterns.

February 2025 saw several notable shifts in crime patterns compared to January. Theft from the person surged by 100%, rising from 1 to 2 incidents — a stark increase that may reflect heightened awareness or specific incidents. Anti-social behaviour also doubled, jumping from 0 to 5 reported cases, while vehicle crime rose from 0 to 3, suggesting potential vulnerabilities in local security measures. Conversely, burglary and other theft decreased by 66.7% and 62.5% respectively, indicating a possible reduction in targeted property crimes. The breakdown of crimes reveals a striking divergence from UK averages: violence and sexual offences in Mildenhall were 23% above the national rate, shoplifting 61% above, and criminal damage 88% above. However, anti-social behaviour in the area was 38% below the UK average, and vehicle crime was 19% below. These disparities highlight the area's unique profile, where violent and property crimes cluster above national norms, but public order issues fall below. For residents, the most immediate concern is the sharp rise in theft from the person, which could signal a need for increased vigilance in public spaces or targeted police interventions.

February's crime rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents marked a 16.4% increase from January's 6.2 per 1,000 — a rise that, while modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in crime dynamics. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 2 crimes per day in Mildenhall, a figure that, while low compared to major urban areas, is notable for a built-up part of rural West Suffolk. Over the course of the month, 1 in 140 residents experienced a reported crime, a statistic that contextualises the risk in a way that aligns with the area's population of 8,940. This monthly exposure rate is comparable to other small rural communities but contrasts with the UK average, where the rate of 6.7 per 1,000 would translate to a slightly lower exposure (1 in 150 residents). The population context is critical: in an area where community networks are typically strong, the increase in violent crimes and shoplifting may indicate localized stressors — such as seasonal transitions or transient populations — that amplify risk. While the overall rate remains below that of large cities, the relative rise in certain categories suggests a need for targeted measures to address the specific vulnerabilities of this built-up rural area.