Crime Rate in Carlton & Whitton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Carlton & Whitton

The total recorded crimes in Carlton & Whitton, East Suffolk, UK in May 2025 are around 41 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Carlton & Whitton crime rate of 2.42 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 Carlton & Whitton, encompassing approximately 16,914 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (46.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
Carlton & Whitton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Briarwood Road with total crimes: 4
  • Springfield Gardens with total crimes: 3
  • Greenfield Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Carlton & Whitton?

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

  • Relative to East Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Carlton & Whitton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Suffolk average, with 531 crimes compared to 564.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Carlton & Whitton witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 28 other areas in the East Suffolk.

    • In 2023, Carlton & Whitton had fewer crimes than the East Suffolk average, with 538 crimes compared to 582. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Carlton & Whitton witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 28 other areas in the East Suffolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in East Suffolk, Carlton & Whitton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Carlton & Whitton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Carlton & Whitton has recorded 41 crimes with crime rate of 2.42 ranking 11th out of 28 in the East Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Carlton & Whitton crimes were 531. The crime rate of Carlton & Whitton in 2024 was 31.39 (year) or 2.62 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the East Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Carlton & Whitton were around 538 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.81 (year) or 2.65 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the East Suffolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Carlton & Whitton)CrimesRank (Carlton & Whitton)CrimesRank (Carlton & Whitton)
Harbour & Normanston185 13,096 13,346 1
Kirkley & Pakefield108 21,479 21,756 2
Beccles & Worlingham70 4933 31,019 3
Martlesham & Purdis Farm70 3786 6781 7
Gunton & St Margarets50 10772 7938 4
Western Felixstowe53 7864 4767 8
Eastern Felixstowe50 9755 8851 5
Bungay & Wainford68 5847 5789 6
Woodbridge55 6552 11390 14
Oulton Broad50 8750 9748 9
Aldeburgh & Leiston40 12607 10611 10
Kesgrave30 16394 16432 12
Halesworth & Blything37 14406 14407 13
Orwell & Villages37 13451 13383 15
Kessingland33 15402 15369 17
Framlingham26 19318 19372 16
Saxmundham24 21379 17354 18
Carlton Colville29 17330 18344 19
Carlford & Fynn Valley29 18195 23211 21
Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton18 22207 21240 20
Rendlesham & Orford9 28223 20147 26
Melton25 20169 26190 23
Deben14 24199 22208 22
Lothingland16 23191 24160 24
Wickham Market10 2796 29158 25
Southwold12 26180 25114 28
Kelsale & Yoxford14 25116 28146 27
Rushmere St Andrew8 29127 2795 29

Carlton & Whitton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Anti-social behaviour (5 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (8 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (21 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 17 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 83 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.38 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20253
March 20254
February 20253
January 20255
December 20242
November 20248
October 20246
September 20248
August 20247
July 202416
June 202412
May 20245

A total of 28 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20244
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 12 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 241 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 18.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202522
April 202515
March 202518
February 202512
January 20254
December 202419
November 202418
October 202422
September 202419
August 202421
July 202417
June 202440
May 202414

A total of 61 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20255
March 20256
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20248
August 20245
July 20246
June 202412
May 20245

A total of 21 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
February 20257
December 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 24 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
July 20241

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20253
January 20253
December 20245
October 20241
August 20241
July 20243
June 20242

A total of 29 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20245

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
January 20252
November 20242
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
November 20242
August 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
September 20241

High Crime Locations Carlton & Whitton in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Carlton & Whitton postcode area is presented below.

1. Briarwood Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Springfield Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Burglary1
3. Greenfield Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Britten Road (Map)
Total3
Other crime1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
5. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting2
6. Lily Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
7. Lucerne Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Charter Way (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Harebell Way (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Rosewood (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1

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