Crime Rate in Newmarket North: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newmarket North

The total recorded crimes in Newmarket North, West Suffolk, UK in July 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newmarket North crime rate of 3.61 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 North, encompassing approximately 6,364 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-14.29% decrease)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
Newmarket North Crime Hotspots

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

  • Victoria Way with total crimes: 7
  • Field Terrace Road with total crimes: 2
  • Willie Snaith Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Newmarket North?

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

  • Relative to West Suffolk:

    • In 2024, Newmarket North reported a higher crime volume than the West Suffolk average, with 375 crimes compared to 311. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Newmarket North witnessed more crimes than 31 out of 42 other areas in the West Suffolk.

    • In 2023, Newmarket North experienced a greater number of crimes than the West Suffolk average, with 354 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Newmarket North witnessed more crimes than 31 out of 42 other areas in the West Suffolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newmarket North Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Newmarket North has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 3.61 ranking 22th out of 42 in the West Suffolk, UK

In 2024, the total Newmarket North crimes were 375. The crime rate of Newmarket North in 2024 was 58.92 (year) or 4.91 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newmarket North were around 354 crimes with yearly crime rate of 55.62 (year) or 4.64 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the West Suffolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newmarket North)CrimesRank (Newmarket North)CrimesRank (Newmarket North)
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
Exning30 12225 25176 25
Newmarket West12 31259 22334 13
Haverhill West29 13264 21215 23
Brandon Central29 14293 17302 15
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

Newmarket North 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 6 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

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

Recorded incidents of Anti-social behaviour were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 12 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
November 20243
October 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.44 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20255
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20255
November 20244
October 20241

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
February 20254
January 20254
November 20242

A total of 80 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20257
May 202512
April 20255
March 20259
February 20257
January 202510
December 202415
November 20243
October 20246

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20253
March 20252
February 20251
December 20245
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 26 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20245
November 20244
October 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20252
April 20251
February 20253
January 20255
October 20241

A total of 14 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
January 20251
October 20242

A total of 9 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20254
April 20256
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 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
October 20241

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
December 20241

High Crime Locations Newmarket North in July 2025

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

1. Victoria Way (Map)
Total7
Other theft2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Possession of weapons1
Public order1
2. Field Terrace Road (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Willie Snaith Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
4. Studlands Park Avenue (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Engelhard Road (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
6. Corsican Pine Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Tom Jennings Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
8. Doug Smith Close (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Sam Alper Court (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
10. Formula Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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