Crime Rate in Deben: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Deben

The total recorded crimes in Deben, East Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Deben crime rate of 38.92 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 Deben, encompassing approximately 308 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Public order: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Deben Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ford Hill with total crimes: 2
  • Woodbridge Road with total crimes: 2
  • East Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Deben?

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

  • Relative to East Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Deben demonstrated a lower crime volume than the East Suffolk average, with 199 crimes compared to 564.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Deben recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 28 other cities.

    • In 2023, Deben had fewer crimes than the East Suffolk average, with 208 crimes compared to 582. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Deben recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 28 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Deben Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Deben has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 38.92 ranking 25th out of 28 in the East Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Deben crimes were 199. The crime rate of Deben in 2024 was 645.48 (year) or 53.79 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the East Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Deben were around 208 crimes with yearly crime rate of 674.67 (year) or 56.22 (month) ranking 22 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
Wrentham, Wangford & Westleton11 26207 21240 20
Rendlesham & Orford17 21223 20147 26
Southwold26 20180 25114 28
Carlford & Fynn Valley17 22195 23211 21
Melton14 23169 26190 23
Lothingland13 24191 24160 24
Wickham Market3 2996 29158 25
Kelsale & Yoxford6 28116 28146 27
Rushmere St Andrew6 27127 2795 29

Deben Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Public order (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 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 (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Other crime 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 Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 incidents) and then Other crime 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 10 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Public order (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 17 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 12 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 6 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
September 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 76 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.33 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20256
January 20258
December 20249
November 20246
October 20247
September 20247
August 20248
July 202410
June 20244
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 29 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20255
November 20243
October 20243
September 20242
June 20242
May 20246
April 20244

A total of 39 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20244
June 20246
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 16 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251

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

MonthCount
December 20241

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

MonthCount
November 20242
July 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20242

High Crime Locations Deben in March 2025

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

1. Ford Hill (Map)
Total2
Public order2
2. Woodbridge Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. East Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
4. Methersgate Hall Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1
5. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Aldershot Avenue (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
7. Bushy Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Lodge Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
9. School Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Other crime1

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