Crime Rate in Rushmere: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rushmere

The total recorded crimes in Rushmere, Ipswich, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rushmere crime rate of 1.38 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 Rushmere, encompassing approximately 18,080 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (-26.67% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Rushmere Crime Hotspots

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

  • Dumfries Road with total crimes: 3
  • Somerset Road with total crimes: 3
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 3

How safe is Rushmere?

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

  • Relative to Ipswich:

    • In 2024, Rushmere demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ipswich average, with 400 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rushmere recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other areas in the Ipswich.

    • In 2023, Rushmere had fewer crimes than the Ipswich average, with 408 crimes compared to 981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rushmere recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 15 other areas in the Ipswich.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Ipswich, Rushmere has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Rushmere Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rushmere has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 1.38 ranking 15th out of 15 in the Ipswich, UK

In 2024, the total Rushmere crimes were 400. The crime rate of Rushmere in 2024 was 22.12 (year) or 1.84 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Ipswich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rushmere were around 408 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.57 (year) or 1.88 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the Ipswich.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rushmere)CrimesRank (Rushmere)CrimesRank (Rushmere)
Alexandra277 13,342 13,638 1
Westgate166 21,549 21,693 2
Gipping129 31,406 31,669 3
Bridge100 41,064 41,098 4
Priory Heath96 5973 51,037 5
Gainsborough84 6893 6821 6
Whitehouse84 7891 7816 7
Whitton80 8679 8703 8
Holywells56 9596 11668 9
St John's50 11624 9634 12
Stoke Park43 12603 10648 10
Sprites51 10583 12642 11
St Margaret's38 13368 16452 13
Bixley15 16440 13436 14
Castle Hill26 14421 14333 16

Rushmere Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 11 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (23 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (22 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 14 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20242
October 20243

A total of 167 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 16.70 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 202515
May 202523
April 202511
March 202519
February 202519
January 202510
December 202415
November 202422
October 202422

A total of 14 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20256
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20248

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242

A total of 25 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20253
March 20252
February 20251
January 20256
December 20243
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
October 20241

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 7 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242

A total of 21 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20258
December 20242
November 20242
October 20244

High Crime Locations Rushmere in July 2025

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

1. Dumfries Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Somerset Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Public order1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Other theft1
4. Roxburgh Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Brunswick Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Glencoe Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. Gretna Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Shetland Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Orkney Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Sidegate Avenue (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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