WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Suffolk Constabulary Police

Crime in Kirkley & Pakefield, East Suffolk

Comprehensive safety analysis for Kirkley & Pakefield, localized within East Suffolk.

Total Crimes

96
trending_down -19.3% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

81.13per 1k
trending_down -1.1% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

13,312

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences42
Criminal Damage & Arson17
Vehicle Crime10
Shoplifting9
Anti-social Behaviour4
Public Order3
Bicycle Theft3
Burglary2
Other Theft2
Other Crime1
Theft from Person1
Robbery1
Drug Offences1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Mill Road Map
Criminal damage and arson: 3Violence and sexual offences: 3
6
On or near Caddies Walk Map
Violence and sexual offences: 5
5
On or near Supermarket Map
Shoplifting: 5
5
On or near Sports/Recreation Area Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Parade Road North Map
Vehicle crime: 2Burglary: 1
3
On or near Durban Road Map
Drugs: 1Bicycle theft: 1
2
On or near Petrol Station Map
Shoplifting: 2
2
On or near St John'S Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 2
2
On or near Grosvenor Road Map
Criminal damage and arson: 2
2
On or near Clement Square Map
Shoplifting: 2
2

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Safety comparison within East Suffolk district.

Local Rank

#28safest in East Suffolk

City Average

52.8per 1k

Local Policing

Kirkley

Suffolk Constabulary

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Local Priorities

To work with partner agencies, retailers and businesses to reduce criminal offences and Anti Social behaviour in our Town Centres.

Issued: 16 Mar 2026

Status Update

High Visible patrols have been conducted in our town centre both during the daytime trading hours and during late evenings.
Officers have engaged with local retailers, businesses, banks, restaurants, cafes and licensed premises to understand local concerns, encourage reporting and gather intelligence.
Lowestoft Police are working with Lowestoft B.I.D to help reduce town centre related issues.
Lowestoft Police are working with partner organisations to tackle the sale of illegal tobacco and illegal vapes.
Positive action will be taken against those who commit crime and cause harassment, alarm and distress to others.

Actioned: 16 Mar 2026

To provide a visible policing presence in our public open spaces, including parks, play areas and coastal areas.

Issued: 16 Mar 2026

Status Update

Police are patrolling our local open spaces to ensure these areas are safe and feel safe to others.

Actioned: 16 Mar 2026

To reduce the illegal and dangerous use of e-bikes, e-scooters and non-road worthy off road bikes through targeted enforcement, education and partnership working.

Issued: 16 Mar 2026

Status Update

Following reports of off-road motorbikes/dirt bikes being ridden around Lowestoft Police have conducted patrols and seized various vehicles. Follow up action is now being taken against those involved.

Actioned: 16 Mar 2026

Engagement Events

JUL4

Street Meet

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Come and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.

schedule

10:00 AM — 11:00 AM

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Outside Asda Horn Hill Lowestoft

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Street Meet

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Come and say hello to your local beat officers who will be on hand to provide crime prevention advice, listen to your concerns and seek to address any issues you may wish to report.

schedule

1:00 PM — 2:00 PM

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Outside East Point Pavilion Royal Plain Lowestoft

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