Crime Rate in Brandon Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brandon Central

The total recorded crimes in Brandon Central, West Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 33 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brandon Central crime rate of 12.23 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 Brandon Central, encompassing approximately 2,697 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (22) incidents (22.22% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Brandon Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • George Street with total crimes: 7
  • Lode Street with total crimes: 4
  • Station Way with total crimes: 3

How safe is Brandon Central?

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

  • Relative to West Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Brandon Central demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Suffolk average, with 293 crimes compared to 311.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Brandon Central witnessed more crimes than 26 out of 42 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brandon Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Suffolk average, with 302 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Brandon Central witnessed more crimes than 28 out of 42 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Suffolk, Brandon Central has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Brandon Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brandon Central has recorded 33 crimes with crime rate of 12.23 ranking 8th out of 42 in the West Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Brandon Central crimes were 293. The crime rate of Brandon Central in 2024 was 108.60 (year) or 9.05 (month) ranking it 17 dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brandon Central were around 302 crimes with yearly crime rate of 111.94 (year) or 9.33 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Suffolk)CrimesRank (West Suffolk)CrimesRank (West Suffolk)
Abbeygate92 11,656 11,494 1
Newmarket East54 5952 2803 2
Clare, Hundon & Kedington76 2759 3633 5
Haverhill South63 3696 5715 3
Tollgate63 4730 4678 4
Haverhill East46 6552 7531 6
St Olaves31 10604 6517 8
Mildenhall Kingsway & Market23 16442 10523 7
Southgate34 7482 8397 10
Minden24 13446 9501 9
Moreton Hall32 9386 11392 11
Haverhill North29 11248 23233 20
Newmarket North20 21375 12354 12
The Rows24 12345 14321 14
Newmarket West15 26259 22334 13
Iceni24 15374 13235 19
Lakenheath24 14265 20166 26
Brandon West23 18303 15223 21
Eastgate21 20269 19241 16
Mildenhall Great Heath10 33302 16240 17
Haverhill Central23 17271 18238 18
Rougham21 19140 27107 31
Haverhill West18 23264 21215 23
Manor18 24225 24223 22
Brandon East18 22181 26180 24
Exning15 25225 25176 25
Westgate14 27113 31141 27
The Fornhams & Great Barton14 28137 28124 28
Barningham11 3275 38123 29
Risby12 29120 2985 35
Ixworth7 36115 30109 30
Withersfield11 30103 3281 36
Barrow11 3177 3768 38
Bardwell6 3993 34101 32
Stanton8 3589 3595 33
Horringer10 34100 3391 34
Kentford & Moulton1 4381 3669 37
Pakenham & Troston6 3756 3965 39
Mildenhall Queensway6 3844 4036 43
Whepstead & Wickhambrook3 4144 4147 40
Haverhill South East5 4035 4337 42
Chedburgh & Chevington1 4240 4240 41

Brandon Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (22 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 152 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 12.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202522
February 202518
January 202512
December 20248
November 20245
October 202424
September 202410
August 20243
July 20247
June 202424
May 202411
April 20248

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
November 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 37 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245
September 20245
August 20242
July 20242
June 20248
May 20241
April 20243

A total of 22 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

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

A total of 6 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20254
October 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
May 20241

A total of 9 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20243
July 20241
June 20244

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
December 20242
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20241

High Crime Locations Brandon Central in March 2025

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

1. George Street (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. Lode Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Station Way (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Stores Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Mount Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Boundary Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Warren Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Elizabeth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Heath Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Riverside Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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