Crime Rate in Stonham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stonham

The total recorded crimes in Stonham, Mid Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 2 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stonham crime rate of 28.78 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 Stonham, encompassing approximately 69 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Stonham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 1
  • Kettle Lane with total crimes: 1

How safe is Stonham?

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

  • Relative to Mid Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Stonham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Mid Suffolk average, with 135 crimes compared to 184.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Stonham recorded fewer crimes than 13 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stonham had fewer crimes than the Mid Suffolk average, with 76 crimes compared to 175. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Stonham recorded fewer crimes than 18 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Mid Suffolk, Stonham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Stonham Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Stonham has recorded 2 crimes with crime rate of 28.78 ranking 24th out of 25 in the Mid Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Stonham crimes were 135. The crime rate of Stonham in 2024 was 1942.45 (year) or 161.87 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Mid Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stonham were around 76 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1093.53 (year) or 91.13 (month) ranking 19 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
Needham Market18 9225 8226 8
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
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

Stonham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (1 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

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

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 3

In November 2024, Vehicle crime recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 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 (5 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour 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 15 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (4 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 62 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.64 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
October 20245
September 20249
August 20245
July 202415
June 20248
May 20243
April 20247

A total of 12 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 7 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 10 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20243
September 20242
August 20241
May 20242
April 20242

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20241
July 20243
May 20242
April 20244

A total of 10 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
July 20243
May 20241
April 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20241

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
April 20241

High Crime Locations Stonham in March 2025

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

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Kettle Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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