Crime Rate in Mid Suffolk: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mid Suffolk

The total recorded crimes in Mid Suffolk, UK in January 2026 are around 368 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mid Suffolk crime rate of 3.58 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 Mid Suffolk, encompassing approximately 102,701 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jan were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (213) incidents (29.88% increase)
  • Other theft: (31) incidents (-3.12% decrease)
  • Burglary: (22) incidents (-21.43% decrease)
Mid Suffolk Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sandpit Lane with total crimes: 7
  • Lowry Way with total crimes: 7
  • Old Norwich Road with total crimes: 5

Mid Suffolk Police Info:

Suffolk Constabulary
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  • Telephone: 101

How safe is Mid Suffolk?

To understand the safety of Mid Suffolk, we need to analyze Mid Suffolk crime statistics in relation to both national and regional averages. This report will examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to the UK:

    • Mid Suffolk has recorded 4,778 crimes in the current year, resulting in a crime rate of 46.52 per 1,000 residents. This places it at rank 316 out of 331 in the UK, indicating it is safer than average.

    • Yearly trends show that in the previous year, the city recorded 4,553 crimes with a crime rate of 44.33, ranking it 305 in the UK. This an increase in crime suggests Negative changes.

  • Relative to Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Mid Suffolk demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Suffolk average, with 4778 crimes compared to 10917.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Mid Suffolk witnessed more crimes than 4 out of 4 other cities.

    • In 2023, Mid Suffolk had fewer crimes than the Suffolk average, with 4,553 crimes compared to 10,912. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the city within the region that year. Furthermore, Mid Suffolk witnessed more crimes than 4 out of 4 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Based on the available data, Mid Suffolk is considered safer compared to the national averages.

    • Compared to other cities in Suffolk, Mid Suffolk has a lower crime rate in 2024.

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

Mid Suffolk Crime Analysis: Ward & Area

The difference in crime rates between the most dangerous ward, Combs Ford (44 crimes), and the safest, Rattlesden (2 crimes), is 42 crimes. This measurable difference indicates a some disparity in safety across Mid Suffolk.

Similarly, the area of Stowmarket East & Needham Market North (72 crimes) reports a significantly higher crime count compared to Rickinghall, Walsham le Willows & Gislingham (17 crimes), with a difference of 55 crimes. This measurable difference highlights the diverse crime landscape within Mid Suffolk.

Most Dangerous Wards:

Combs Ford44
Thurston35
Chilton30
Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden26
Claydon & Barham26

Safest Wards:

Debenham4
St Peter's4
Bacton4
Gislingham3
Rattlesden2

Most Dangerous Areas:

Stowmarket East & Needham Market North72
Thurston, Badwell Ash & Elmswell North45
Needham Market South & Great Blakenham39
Eye, Palgrave & Occold36
Elmswell South, Haughley, Beyton & Felsham29

Safest Areas:

Stowmarket West21
Debenham, Stonham & Coddenham19
Fressingfield, Laxfield & Worlingworth19
Stowupland, Mendlesham & Bacton18
Rickinghall, Walsham le Willows & Gislingham17

Mid Suffolk Crime Statstics

In January 2026 the Mid Suffolk has recorded 368 crimes with crime rate of 3.58 ranking 292th out of 331 in the UK and ranked 5 out 331 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Suffolk.

In 2024, the total Mid Suffolk crimes were 4,778. The crime rate of Mid Suffolk in 2024 was 46.52 (year) or 3.88 (month) ranking it 316 danzarous in the UK. Mid Suffolk ranked 5 in terms of total crimes and 5 in terms of crime rate in Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mid Suffolk were around 4,553 crimes with yearly crime rate of 44.33 (year) or 3.69 (month) ranking 305 out 331 most dangerous city in the UK. As compared to neighboring cities in Suffolk, Mid Suffolk ranked 5 out 331 in terms of total crimes or 5 as per crime rate of Mid Suffolk

CityJanuary 202620242023
CrimesRank (Suffolk)CrimesRank (Suffolk)CrimesRank (Suffolk)
Babergh393 45,256 45,165 4
West Suffolk1,022 313,366 212,284 3
East Suffolk1,172 216,355 316,864 2
Ipswich1,092 114,832 115,696 1

Mid Suffolk Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

During January 2026, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (213 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (31 cases).

December 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 164 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 32 incidents.

During November 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (145 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (27 cases).

In October 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (216 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (43 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (197 incidents) were the most common in September 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (42 incidents) also being high.

For August 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (174 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

July 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 218 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 44 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (179 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (50 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (194 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (40 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (170 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (50 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (166 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (40 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 147 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 27 incidents.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 172 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.33 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202617
December 202528
November 202510
October 202523
September 20255
August 202512
July 20254
June 20259
May 202514
April 202527
March 202515
February 20258

A total of 228 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 19.00 incidents per month. August 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202612
December 202515
November 202510
October 202516
September 202512
August 202533
July 202524
June 202520
May 202521
April 202523
March 202519
February 202523

A total of 21 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.91 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
December 20251
November 20253
October 20252
August 20251
July 20256
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20253
February 20251

A total of 375 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.25 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202631
December 202532
November 202524
October 202527
September 202542
August 202535
July 202538
June 202536
May 202528
April 202521
March 202536
February 202525

A total of 180 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 15.00 incidents per month. October 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20268
December 202518
November 202519
October 202522
September 202517
August 202510
July 202511
June 202512
May 202511
April 202518
March 202522
February 202512

A total of 240 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 20.00 incidents per month. December 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202622
December 202528
November 202527
October 202524
September 202523
August 202511
July 202515
June 20258
May 202510
April 202526
March 202525
February 202521

A total of 378 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 31.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202618
December 202532
November 202524
October 202543
September 202532
August 202540
July 202542
June 202550
May 202534
April 202522
March 202527
February 202514

A total of 2183 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 181.92 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 218 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 2026213
December 2025164
November 2025145
October 2025216
September 2025197
August 2025174
July 2025218
June 2025179
May 2025194
April 2025170
March 2025166
February 2025147

A total of 10 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. September 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20261
November 20251
September 20253
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251

A total of 322 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 26.83 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 41 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202613
December 202521
November 202520
October 202531
September 202523
August 202525
July 202541
June 202531
May 202540
April 202530
March 202527
February 202520

A total of 48 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20255
November 20253
October 20254
September 20255
August 20253
July 20258
June 20254
May 20255
April 20254
March 20251
February 20254

A total of 137 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20267
December 202515
November 202513
October 202511
September 202511
August 202515
July 202513
June 202511
May 202515
April 20256
March 202516
February 20254

A total of 404 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 33.67 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 50 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 202621
December 202532
November 202524
October 202537
September 202538
August 202527
July 202544
June 202534
May 202530
April 202550
March 202540
February 202527

A total of 28 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20262
December 20251
November 20254
October 20251
September 20253
August 20252
July 20255
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252

High Crime Locations Mid Suffolk in January 2026

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

1. Sandpit Lane (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
2. Lowry Way (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences7
3. Old Norwich Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
4. Parking Area (Map)
Total5
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order1
Possession of weapons1
Anti-social behaviour1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Shoplifting2
6. Fishponds Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4

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