Crime Rate in North West Cosford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North West Cosford

The total recorded crimes in North West Cosford, Babergh, UK in March 2025 are around 35 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North West Cosford crime rate of 335.25 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around North West Cosford, encompassing approximately 104 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (20) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
North West Cosford Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Fen Lane with total crimes: 5
  • Paddocks Way with total crimes: 3
  • Green Lane with total crimes: 3

How safe is North West Cosford?

To understand the safety of North West Cosford, we need to analyze North West Cosford crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Babergh:

    • In 2024, North West Cosford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Babergh average, with 201 crimes compared to 219.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, North West Cosford witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 23 other cities.

    • In 2023, North West Cosford experienced a greater number of crimes than the Babergh average, with 289 crimes compared to 215. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, North West Cosford witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 23 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Babergh, North West Cosford has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

North West Cosford Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the North West Cosford has recorded 35 crimes with crime rate of 335.25 ranking 4th out of 23 in the Babergh, UK

In 2024, the total North West Cosford crimes were 201. The crime rate of North West Cosford in 2024 was 1925.29 (year) or 160.44 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Babergh.

In 2023, the total crimes in North West Cosford were around 289 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2768.20 (year) or 230.68 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the Babergh.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Babergh)CrimesRank (Babergh)CrimesRank (Babergh)
Sudbury North West69 1688 1675 1
Great Cornard55 2545 3645 2
Sudbury South East45 3557 2565 3
Hadleigh South28 5398 4358 4
Sproughton & Pinewood26 7397 5354 5
Long Melford16 11308 6270 7
Brett Vale26 6212 8152 11
Box Vale18 9264 7201 10
Chadacre16 10195 10210 8
Sudbury North East22 8115 15132 14
Copdock & Washbrook11 14172 12204 9
Lavenham10 15193 11146 12
Stour16 12105 18140 13
Bures St Mary & Nayland7 19155 13112 17
Capel St Mary15 13114 16111 18
Sudbury South West8 16130 14103 19
Orwell5 2289 20131 15
East Bergholt7 20106 17116 16
South East Cosford8 1765 2143 23
Brantham7 1859 2271 20
Hadleigh North6 21102 1956 21
Assington2 2347 2348 22
Ganges1 2439 2433 24

North West Cosford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (20 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Other crime (4 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (17 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (4 incidents) and then Possession of weapons showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Public order were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 92 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202515
January 20251
December 20248
November 202417
October 20247
September 20243
August 20243
July 20243
June 202412
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.62 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20243
November 20244
October 20243
September 202413
May 20243

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20244
August 20244
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20256
January 20254
July 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
December 20247
September 20243
August 20243
June 202412

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.83 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
July 20245
April 20243

A total of 3 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20243

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
September 20243

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242

A total of 9 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20243
October 20243
April 20243

High Crime Locations North West Cosford in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the North West Cosford postcode area is presented below.

1. Fen Lane (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson2
2. Paddocks Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. Green Lane (Map)
Total3
Drugs3
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Bullswood Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
6. The Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
7. Barn Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour3
9. Swingleton Hill (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
10. Squirrells Mill Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1

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