Crime Rate in Newmarket East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newmarket East

The total recorded crimes in Newmarket East, West Suffolk, UK in March 2025 are around 54 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newmarket East crime rate of 3.20 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 Newmarket East, encompassing approximately 16,872 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (-26.92% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (42.86% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
Newmarket East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Icewell Hill with total crimes: 7
  • Crown Walk with total crimes: 6
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 4

How safe is Newmarket East?

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

  • Relative to West Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Newmarket East reported a higher crime volume than the West Suffolk average, with 952 crimes compared to 311. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newmarket East witnessed more crimes than 41 out of 42 other cities.

    • In 2023, Newmarket East experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Suffolk average, with 803 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newmarket East witnessed more crimes than 41 out of 42 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in West Suffolk, Newmarket East has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Newmarket East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Newmarket East has recorded 54 crimes with crime rate of 3.20 ranking 5th out of 42 in the West Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Newmarket East crimes were 952. The crime rate of Newmarket East in 2024 was 56.42 (year) or 4.70 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newmarket East were around 803 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.59 (year) or 3.97 (month) ranking 2 most dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (West Suffolk)CrimesRank (West Suffolk)CrimesRank (West Suffolk)
Abbeygate92 11,656 11,494 1
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
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

Newmarket East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 20 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 22 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (29 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (38 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (11 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (58 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (30 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (53 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (11 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 68 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20255
December 20243
November 20243
October 20248
September 20244
August 20244
July 20247
June 202414
May 20249
April 20242

A total of 57 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.75 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20253
January 20255
December 20249
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20246
July 20241
June 202410
May 20245
April 20244

A total of 79 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 6.58 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202510
February 20257
January 20252
December 20241
November 20246
October 20244
September 20249
August 20246
July 20247
June 202410
May 202412
April 20245

A total of 364 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 30.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 58 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202526
January 202520
December 202422
November 202418
October 202429
September 202438
August 202426
July 202425
June 202458
May 202430
April 202453

A total of 26 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.89 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20247
August 20243
May 20241

A total of 108 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 202520
January 20257
December 20242
November 20249
October 20243
September 202410
August 202411
July 20246
June 202412
May 202412
April 202411

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 43 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.91 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20257
January 20252
December 20244
November 20243
October 20244
September 20244
August 20244
July 20244
June 20246
April 20244

A total of 40 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
January 20255
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20245
August 20245
July 20243
June 20242
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 202412
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 21 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20255
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 14 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
September 20243
July 20242
June 20242
May 20241
April 20244

A total of 8 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20242
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20244
June 20244
May 20243

High Crime Locations Newmarket East in March 2025

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

1. Icewell Hill (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences4
Burglary1
Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
2. Crown Walk (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences2
Drugs1
Other theft1
Public order1
Vehicle crime1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Station Approach (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
5. Shopping Area (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting3
6. Sun Lane (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Palace Street (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Public order1
8. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Other theft1
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Drapery Row (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
10. All Saints Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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