Crime in Elmswell & Woolpit, Mid Suffolk
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| Location Reference | Primary Incidents | Total |
|---|---|---|
| On or near Heath Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near School Avenue Map | Violence and sexual offences: 2 | 2 |
| On or near Ropers Gardens Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near Farthing Land Map | Public order: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 2 |
| On or near New Road Map | Criminal damage and arson: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Farm Meadow Map | Vehicle crime: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Lanecroft Map | Anti-social behaviour: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Orchard Close Map | Public order: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Petrol Station Map | Possession of weapons: 1 | 1 |
| On or near Ashfield Road Map | Violence and sexual offences: 1 | 1 |
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Anti-social behaviour in the Rickinghall and Bottesdale area on Friday evenings specifically outside the Co-Op in Rickinghall
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
You said Anti-social behaviour in Rickinghall and Bottesdale was occurring on Friday nights. We did high visibility patrols on Friday evenings in the area and working with the local youth club on Friday evenings to ensure that all children in the area were attending the youth club. We also worked with local schools to identify children involved issuing warning letters.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
Preventing Acquisitive Crime. There has been a rise in burglaries and thefts across the local area, including incidents targeting homes, sheds, and rural properties.
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
You said there has been a rise in burglaries and theft in rural communities. We did targeted patrols and investigations to deter offenders and support affected communities.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
Reducing Retail Crime. Retail crime remains a growing concern both locally and nationally.
Issued: 23 Apr 2026
Status Update
You said there has been an increase in retail crime in local communities. We did engagement and supporting businesses in Stowmarket town centre to identify repeat offenders, provide crime prevention advice, and take swift action to reduce theft and improve safety.
Actioned: 23 Apr 2026
Engagement Events
Elmswell School Fayre
otherPC GEDNEY from the Stowmarket Community Policing Team will be at the Elmswell School Fayre, please come and say hi and discuss any concerns you may have.
2:30 PM — 5:00 PM
Elmswell School
Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library
otherPCSO Harvey and PCSO Brown will be at the location alongside the Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library. Please come and say Hi and raise any concerns or queries you may have in your local area.
9:40 AM — 10:15 AM
Old Newton – Falconer Avenue
Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library
otherPCSO Harvey and PCSO Brown will be at the location alongside the Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library. Please come and say Hi and raise any concerns or queries you may have in your local area.
11:20 AM — 11:35 AM
Rickinghall – Village Hall
Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library
otherPCSO Harvey and PCSO Brown will be at the location alongside the Bury St Edmunds Mobile Library. Please come and say Hi and raise any concerns or queries you may have in your local area.
12:20 PM — 12:35 PM
Botesdale - Backhills
Senior Social
otherThe local officer for Stowupland will be present at the senior social, please come along, say hi and raise any concerns or queries you may have.
10:00 AM — 12:00 PM
Stowupland Sports and Social Club
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