Crime Rate in Whitehouse: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Whitehouse

The total recorded crimes in Whitehouse, Ipswich, UK in March 2025 are around 61 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Whitehouse crime rate of 3.16 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 Whitehouse, encompassing approximately 19,294 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (26) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Other theft: (6) incidents (-25.00% decrease)
Whitehouse Crime Hotspots

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

  • Boss Hall Road with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 7
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 5

How safe is Whitehouse?

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

  • Relative to Ipswich:

    • In 2024, Whitehouse demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Ipswich average, with 891 crimes compared to 927.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Whitehouse witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

    • In 2023, Whitehouse had fewer crimes than the Ipswich average, with 816 crimes compared to 981. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Whitehouse witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 15 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Whitehouse Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Whitehouse has recorded 61 crimes with crime rate of 3.16 ranking 7th out of 15 in the Ipswich, UK

In 2024, the total Whitehouse crimes were 891. The crime rate of Whitehouse in 2024 was 46.18 (year) or 3.85 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the Ipswich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Whitehouse were around 816 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.29 (year) or 3.52 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the Ipswich.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ipswich)CrimesRank (Ipswich)CrimesRank (Ipswich)
Alexandra239 13,342 13,638 1
Westgate113 21,549 21,693 2
Gipping95 31,406 31,669 3
Bridge78 51,064 41,098 4
Priory Heath82 4973 51,037 5
Gainsborough76 6893 6821 6
Whitton56 10679 8703 8
Stoke Park58 8603 10648 10
Holywells56 9596 11668 9
St John's41 12624 9634 12
Sprites48 11583 12642 11
St Margaret's22 16368 16452 13
Bixley38 13440 13436 14
Castle Hill35 15421 14333 16
Rushmere36 14400 15408 15

Whitehouse Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 23 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (31 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (26 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (24 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (17 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 52 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20241
August 20243
July 20248
June 202416
May 20245
April 20243

A total of 53 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 20249
November 20244
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20243
June 20246
May 20246
April 20246

A total of 340 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 28.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202526
February 202514
January 202536
December 202423
November 202431
October 202429
September 202426
August 202424
July 202424
June 202464
May 202428
April 202415

A total of 27 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.70 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20247
November 20242
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
June 20244
May 20243

A total of 68 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20258
January 20252
December 20248
November 20244
October 20246
September 20247
August 20242
July 20244
June 202412
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 139 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.58 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20258
February 20256
January 202517
December 202410
November 202410
October 20249
September 202419
August 202417
July 202420
June 202414
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 70 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 202410
November 20246
October 20246
September 20245
August 20248
July 20245
June 202412
May 20248
April 20245

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

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

A total of 26 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.30 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242
October 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 44 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
December 202412
November 20245
October 20243
September 20245
August 20247
July 20241
May 20244
April 20243

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20241
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 10 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
June 20244

High Crime Locations Whitehouse in March 2025

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

1. Boss Hall Road (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total7
Shoplifting3
Other theft2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Supermarket (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Galway Avenue (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Cavan Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Ulster Avenue (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Public order1
7. Pitcairn Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Quentin Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Callisto Court (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Eldred Close (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Public order1

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