Crime Rate in Chilton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Chilton

The total recorded crimes in Chilton, Mid Suffolk, UK in May 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Chilton crime rate of 2.15 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 Chilton, encompassing approximately 14,852 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (26.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Chilton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Police Station with total crimes: 11
  • Cherry Tree Road with total crimes: 2
  • Violet Hill Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Chilton?

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

  • Relative to Mid Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Chilton reported a higher crime volume than the Mid Suffolk average, with 337 crimes compared to 184. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Chilton witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Mid Suffolk.

    • In 2023, Chilton experienced a greater number of crimes than the Mid Suffolk average, with 413 crimes compared to 175. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Chilton witnessed more crimes than 24 out of 25 other areas in the Mid Suffolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Chilton Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Chilton has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 2.15 ranking 5th out of 25 in the Mid Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Chilton crimes were 337. The crime rate of Chilton in 2024 was 22.69 (year) or 1.89 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Chilton were around 413 crimes with yearly crime rate of 31.78 (year) or 2.65 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Chilton)CrimesRank (Chilton)CrimesRank (Chilton)
Combs Ford34 4690 1633 1
Claydon & Barham39 1208 9215 9
Thurston36 2269 7269 6
Palgrave6 21276 6300 3
Haughley, Stowupland & Wetherden34 3320 3272 5
Stow Thorney21 8279 4294 4
Elmswell & Woolpit32 6279 5268 7
Needham Market23 7225 8226 8
Bramford21 9145 13168 11
Hoxne & Worlingworth12 12203 10177 10
Mendlesham19 10135 14113 16
Battisford & Ringshall8 18166 11160 12
St Peter's15 11118 18116 15
Onehouse11 13149 12136 13
Eye7 20125 16134 14
Rickinghall9 1480 2259 22
Stonham3 24135 1576 19
Bacton9 1577 2354 23
Fressingfield8 1647 2543 25
Walsham-le-Willows8 17102 19107 17
Blakenham7 19125 1797 18
Gislingham3 2597 2076 20
Rattlesden1 2645 2663 21
Stradbroke & Laxfield4 2389 2136 26
Debenham5 2257 2448 24

Chilton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 21 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 9 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 (14 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Vehicle crime also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (4 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (12 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20256
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 199 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 15.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202519
April 202515
March 202514
February 202521
January 202511
December 20249
November 202414
October 202415
September 202412
August 202414
July 202414
June 202422
May 202419

A total of 26 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20252
March 20253
December 20241
November 20243
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
June 20242
May 20244

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
February 20251
September 20243
June 20242

A total of 35 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.18 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20245

A total of 24 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
June 20242

A total of 12 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 3 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
July 20241

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
November 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241

High Crime Locations Chilton in May 2025

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

1. Police Station (Map)
Total11
Violence and sexual offences6
Criminal damage and arson2
Public order2
Possession of weapons1
2. Cherry Tree Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Violet Hill Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Cardinalls Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Heron Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Cavendish Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
7. The Courtyard (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Brook Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Margaret Road (Map)
Total1
Possession of weapons1
10. Soames Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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