Crime Rate in Brandon West: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Brandon West

The total recorded crimes in Brandon West, West Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Brandon West crime rate of 14.59 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 West, encompassing approximately 1,576 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Other theft: (5) incidents (150.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
Brandon West Crime Hotspots

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

  • Walton Way with total crimes: 6
  • Crown Street with total crimes: 3
  • The Street with total crimes: 3

How safe is Brandon West?

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

  • Relative to West Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Brandon West demonstrated a lower crime volume than the West Suffolk average, with 303 crimes compared to 311.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Brandon West witnessed more crimes than 28 out of 42 other cities.

    • In 2023, Brandon West had fewer crimes than the West Suffolk average, with 223 crimes compared to 286. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Brandon West witnessed more crimes than 22 out of 42 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Brandon West Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Brandon West has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 14.59 ranking 18th out of 42 in the West Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Brandon West crimes were 303. The crime rate of Brandon West in 2024 was 192.25 (year) or 16.02 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Brandon West were around 223 crimes with yearly crime rate of 141.49 (year) or 11.79 (month) ranking 21 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
Brandon Central33 8293 17302 15
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
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 West Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other theft 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 7 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Other theft dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (19 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

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

July 2024 crime data shows Public order saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 112 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20259
February 20257
January 202511
December 20246
November 20248
October 20244
September 202419
August 20244
July 20245
June 202422
May 20247
April 202410

A total of 24 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
August 20241
July 20243
June 202414
May 20243

A total of 10 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20242
November 20242
September 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 38 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.45 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20242
October 20246
September 20241
August 20242
July 20245
June 20246
April 20243

A total of 24 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 202410
May 20241
April 20245

A total of 36 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.27 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
October 20245
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 202414
April 20241

A total of 13 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20252
December 20242
October 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
April 20242

A total of 32 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
December 20241
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20245
June 20246
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 14 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
September 20241
August 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20242

High Crime Locations Brandon West in March 2025

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

1. Walton Way (Map)
Total6
Criminal damage and arson3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Crown Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
3. The Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Mile End (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Vehicle crime1
5. Cunningham Close (Map)
Total2
Other theft2
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
7. Tower Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Park View (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Church End (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
10. Parsons Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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