Crime Rate in Clare, Hundon & Kedington: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Clare, Hundon & Kedington

The total recorded crimes in Clare, Hundon & Kedington, West Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 76 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Clare, Hundon & Kedington crime rate of 126.20 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 Clare, Hundon & Kedington, encompassing approximately 602 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (34) incidents (-8.11% decrease)
  • Other crime: (18) incidents (125.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
Clare, Hundon & Kedington Crime Hotspots

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

  • Chestnut Road with total crimes: 42
  • High Street with total crimes: 12
  • Orchard Close with total crimes: 3

How safe is Clare, Hundon & Kedington?

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

  • Relative to West Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Clare, Hundon & Kedington reported a higher crime volume than the West Suffolk average, with 759 crimes compared to 311. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Clare, Hundon & Kedington witnessed more crimes than 40 out of 42 other cities.

    • In 2023, Clare, Hundon & Kedington experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Suffolk average, with 633 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Clare, Hundon & Kedington witnessed more crimes than 38 out of 42 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Suffolk, Clare, Hundon & Kedington has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Clare, Hundon & Kedington Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Clare, Hundon & Kedington has recorded 76 crimes with crime rate of 126.20 ranking 2th out of 42 in the West Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Clare, Hundon & Kedington crimes were 759. The crime rate of Clare, Hundon & Kedington in 2024 was 1260.38 (year) or 105.03 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Clare, Hundon & Kedington were around 633 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1051.15 (year) or 87.60 (month) ranking 5 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
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
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

Clare, Hundon & Kedington Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (34 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 37 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (34 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (13 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 29 incidents, and Drugs was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (36 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (47 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (25 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 44 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (40 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other crime (10 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.38 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
January 20251
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20241
June 20248
April 20244

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
September 20241

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.91 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20256
January 20251
December 20242
November 202411
September 20244
August 20243
July 20243
June 202412
May 202413
April 20243

A total of 414 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 47 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202534
February 202537
January 202534
December 202429
November 202436
October 202447
September 202425
August 202427
July 202444
June 202440
May 202440
April 202421

A total of 23 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.88 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
November 20243
October 20244
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241
April 20248

A total of 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
December 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
April 20242

A total of 23 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 26 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20246
November 20244
August 20243
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243

A total of 137 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.42 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 20258
January 202513
December 20246
November 202417
October 20248
September 202412
August 20248
July 20245
June 202416
May 202416
April 202410

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
October 20242
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20243
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 4 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20243
July 20241

High Crime Locations Clare, Hundon & Kedington in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Clare, Hundon & Kedington postcode area is presented below.

1. Chestnut Road (Map)
Total42
Violence and sexual offences22
Other crime18
Public order2
2. High Street (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences9
Other theft3
3. Orchard Close (Map)
Total3
Possession of weapons3
4. The Street (Map)
Total3
Drugs3
5. Water Lane (Map)
Total3
Other theft3
6. Highfield (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
8. Hall Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Arms Lane (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
10. Mill Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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