Crime Rate in Claydon & Barham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Claydon & Barham

The total recorded crimes in Claydon & Barham, Mid Suffolk, UK in July 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Claydon & Barham crime rate of 10.10 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 Claydon & Barham, encompassing approximately 2,078 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (11) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Claydon & Barham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Main Road with total crimes: 2
  • Old Norwich Road with total crimes: 2
  • Norwich Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Claydon & Barham?

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

  • Relative to Mid Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Claydon & Barham reported a higher crime volume than the Mid Suffolk average, with 208 crimes compared to 184. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Claydon & Barham witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the Mid Suffolk.

    • In 2023, Claydon & Barham experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mid Suffolk average, with 215 crimes compared to 175. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Claydon & Barham witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the Mid Suffolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Mid Suffolk, Claydon & Barham has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Claydon & Barham Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Claydon & Barham has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 10.10 ranking 8th out of 25 in the Mid Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Claydon & Barham crimes were 208. The crime rate of Claydon & Barham in 2024 was 100.08 (year) or 8.34 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Claydon & Barham were around 215 crimes with yearly crime rate of 103.44 (year) or 8.62 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Claydon & Barham)CrimesRank (Claydon & Barham)CrimesRank (Claydon & Barham)
Combs Ford64 1690 1633 1
Chilton48 2337 2413 2
Palgrave21 9276 6300 3
Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden27 6320 3272 5
Elmswell & Woolpit34 3279 5268 7
Stow Thorney30 5279 4294 4
Thurston33 4269 7269 6
St Peter's23 7118 18116 15
Needham Market19 10225 8226 8
Hoxne & Worlingworth11 15203 10177 10
Bramford11 16145 13168 11
Battisford & Ringshall4 25166 11160 12
Eye17 11125 16134 14
Onehouse16 13149 12136 13
Mendlesham17 12135 14113 16
Walsham-le-Willows14 14102 19107 17
Stonham10 17135 1576 19
Blakenham5 23125 1797 18
Debenham9 1857 2448 24
Stradbroke & Laxfield8 1989 2136 26
Gislingham7 2197 2076 20
Bacton7 2077 2354 23
Rattlesden3 2645 2663 21
Rickinghall6 2280 2259 22
Fressingfield4 2447 2543 25

Claydon & Barham 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 Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft 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 7 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (3 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 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 (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 107 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.92 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202511
June 20259
May 202520
April 20259
March 20259
February 20257
January 20256
December 202413
November 20248
October 20243
September 20246
August 20246

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20253
February 20254
December 20242
November 20243
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 20 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.22 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
August 20242

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20254
April 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 18 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20253
March 20253
February 20251
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
January 20251
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20256
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
January 20251

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

MonthCount
August 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241

High Crime Locations Claydon & Barham in July 2025

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

1. Main Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Old Norwich Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Norwich Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
4. Nelson Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Church Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Hereford Drive (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Rede Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Rowan Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Station Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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