Crime Rate in Brandon Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brandon Central

The total recorded crimes in Brandon Central, West Suffolk, UK in July 2025 are around 29 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brandon Central crime rate of 10.75 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 Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (200.00% increase)
  • Public order: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
Brandon Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Stores Street with total crimes: 8
  • Riverside Way with total crimes: 4
  • The Orchard with total crimes: 4

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 areas in the West Suffolk.

    • 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 areas in the West Suffolk.

  • 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 July 2025 the Brandon Central has recorded 29 crimes with crime rate of 10.75 ranking 14th 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.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Brandon Central)CrimesRank (Brandon Central)CrimesRank (Brandon Central)
Abbeygate99 21,656 11,494 1
Newmarket East99 1952 2803 2
Haverhill South52 6696 5715 3
Clare, Hundon & Kedington68 3759 3633 5
Tollgate48 7730 4678 4
Haverhill East56 4552 7531 6
Mildenhall Kingsway & Market55 5442 10523 7
St Olaves46 8604 6517 8
Southgate31 11482 8397 10
Minden28 16446 9501 9
The Rows39 9345 14321 14
Iceni33 10374 13235 19
Moreton Hall26 20386 11392 11
Newmarket North23 22375 12354 12
Exning30 12225 25176 25
Newmarket West12 31259 22334 13
Haverhill West29 13264 21215 23
Brandon West28 15303 15223 21
Eastgate18 26269 19241 16
Mildenhall Great Heath21 24302 16240 17
Haverhill Central28 17271 18238 18
Haverhill North27 18248 23233 20
Lakenheath26 19265 20166 26
Manor24 21225 24223 22
Rougham21 23140 27107 31
Brandon East21 25181 26180 24
Westgate8 34113 31141 27
Withersfield13 27103 3281 36
The Fornhams & Great Barton12 32137 28124 28
Barningham12 2875 38123 29
Risby4 42120 2985 35
Haverhill South East12 2935 4337 42
Ixworth10 33115 30109 30
Barrow12 3077 3768 38
Bardwell4 4193 34101 32
Stanton6 3789 3595 33
Horringer7 36100 3391 34
Mildenhall Queensway7 3544 4036 43
Kentford & Moulton4 4081 3669 37
Whepstead & Wickhambrook6 3844 4147 40
Pakenham & Troston3 4356 3965 39
Chedburgh & Chevington5 3940 4240 41

Brandon Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 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 6 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (12 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) also being high.

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).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 10 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20253
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 125 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 202512
April 20254
March 202522
February 202518
January 202512
December 20248
November 20245
October 202424

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20252
May 20252
April 20255
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20252
December 20242

A total of 27 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20251
May 20255
March 20252
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20242
October 20245

A total of 33 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.12 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 202512
April 20253
March 20255
February 20252
January 20254
November 20241
October 20243

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20252
March 20251
January 20254
October 20241

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
January 20251
November 20243

A total of 4 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
April 20251
January 20251
November 20241

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241
October 20242

High Crime Locations Brandon Central in July 2025

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

1. Stores Street (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
2. Riverside Way (Map)
Total4
Burglary2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. The Orchard (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
4. Boundary Close (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Other crime1
5. Warren Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Heath Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Knappers Way (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Whitehart Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Lode Street (Map)
Total1
Public order1
10. Coulson Lane (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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