Crime Rate in Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton

The total recorded crimes in Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton, East Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 11 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton crime rate of 151.52 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 Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton, encompassing approximately 72 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Strickland Manor Hill with total crimes: 2
  • Blower'S Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Southwold Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton?

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

  • Relative to East Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Suffolk average, with 207 crimes compared to 564.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 28 other cities.

    • In 2023, Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton had fewer crimes than the East Suffolk average, with 240 crimes compared to 582. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 28 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton has recorded 11 crimes with crime rate of 151.52 ranking 26th out of 28 in the East Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton crimes were 207. The crime rate of Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton in 2024 was 2851.24 (year) or 237.60 (month) ranking it 21 dangerous area in the East Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton were around 240 crimes with yearly crime rate of 3305.79 (year) or 275.48 (month) ranking 20 most dangerous area in the East Suffolk.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (East Suffolk)CrimesRank (East Suffolk)CrimesRank (East Suffolk)
Harbour & Normanston213 13,096 13,346 1
Kirkley & Pakefield88 21,479 21,756 2
Beccles & Worlingham76 3933 31,019 3
Gunton & St Margarets45 9772 7938 4
Western Felixstowe66 4864 4767 8
Eastern Felixstowe59 6755 8851 5
Bungay & Wainford55 8847 5789 6
Martlesham & Purdis Farm59 5786 6781 7
Oulton Broad58 7750 9748 9
Aldeburgh & Leiston28 18607 10611 10
Carlton & Whitton43 10531 12538 11
Woodbridge31 15552 11390 14
Kesgrave41 11394 16432 12
Halesworth & Blything39 12406 14407 13
Orwell & Villages30 17451 13383 15
Kessingland39 13402 15369 17
Saxmundham31 14379 17354 18
Framlingham26 19318 19372 16
Carlton Colville31 16330 18344 19
Rendlesham & Orford17 21223 20147 26
Southwold26 20180 25114 28
Carlford & Fynn Valley17 22195 23211 21
Deben12 25199 22208 22
Melton14 23169 26190 23
Lothingland13 24191 24160 24
Wickham Market3 2996 29158 25
Kelsale & Yoxford6 28116 28146 27
Rushmere St Andrew6 27127 2795 29

Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (3 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Burglary were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (8 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20241
September 20248
August 20243
June 20244
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
November 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.09 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20243
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.57 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20243
August 20241
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 60 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20253
January 20253
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20249
June 20246
May 202411
April 20246

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20251
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
October 20241
September 20241
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton postcode area is presented below.

1. Strickland Manor Hill (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Blower'S Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
3. Southwold Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Southwell Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Bonsey Gardens (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Hill House Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. London Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Sandy Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. High Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Brook Street (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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