Crime Rate in Needham Market: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Needham Market

The total recorded crimes in Needham Market, Mid Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Needham Market crime rate of 4.01 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 Needham Market, encompassing approximately 4,489 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (350.00% increase)
  • Public order: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Needham Market Crime Hotspots

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

  • Cedar Walk with total crimes: 3
  • Hurstlea Road with total crimes: 2
  • Ranson Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Needham Market?

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

  • Relative to Mid Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Needham Market reported a higher crime volume than the Mid Suffolk average, with 225 crimes compared to 184. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Needham Market witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Needham Market experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mid Suffolk average, with 226 crimes compared to 175. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Needham Market witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Needham Market Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Needham Market has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 4.01 ranking 9th out of 25 in the Mid Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Needham Market crimes were 225. The crime rate of Needham Market in 2024 was 50.12 (year) or 4.18 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Needham Market were around 226 crimes with yearly crime rate of 50.35 (year) or 4.20 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mid Suffolk)CrimesRank (Mid Suffolk)CrimesRank (Mid Suffolk)
Combs Ford63 1690 1633 1
Chilton35 2337 2413 2
Palgrave27 5276 6300 3
Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden29 4320 3272 5
Elmswell & Woolpit32 3279 5268 7
Stow Thorney26 6279 4294 4
Thurston19 8269 7269 6
Bramford23 7145 13168 11
Claydon & Barham17 10208 9215 9
Hoxne & Worlingworth13 11203 10177 10
Battisford & Ringshall10 14166 11160 12
Onehouse6 20149 12136 13
Blakenham13 12125 1797 18
Walsham-le-Willows10 13102 19107 17
Eye10 15125 16134 14
Mendlesham8 18135 14113 16
St Peter's4 23118 18116 15
Stonham2 24135 1576 19
Stradbroke & Laxfield8 1689 2136 26
Rickinghall8 1780 2259 22
Bacton6 1977 2354 23
Gislingham5 2297 2076 20
Rattlesden2 2645 2663 21
Debenham5 2157 2448 24
Fressingfield2 2547 2543 25

Needham Market Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (14 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Burglary (2 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.55 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20245
August 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 94 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.83 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20252
January 202510
December 202410
November 20244
October 20248
September 202414
August 20241
July 20248
June 202410
May 20246
April 202412

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
August 20242
July 20241
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20256
December 20245
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
June 20246
May 20245

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20254

A total of 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
October 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 6 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20244
May 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Needham Market in March 2025

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

1. Cedar Walk (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
2. Hurstlea Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
3. Ranson Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Meadow View (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
5. Stowmarket Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Gilbert Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. King William Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Bridge Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Luff Meadow (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Station Yard (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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