WD22 Intelligence Updated April 2026Source: Suffolk Constabulary Police

Crime in Combs Ford, Mid Suffolk

Comprehensive safety analysis for Combs Ford, localized within Mid Suffolk.

Total Crimes

39
trending_down -20.4% MoM

Annual Crime Rate

60.29per 1k
trending_up +0.9% 12m Trend

Safety Rating

Moderate

Total Population

5,591

12-Month Crime Trend

Monthly Totals

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Crime Categories

Violence & Sexual Offences17
Shoplifting7
Public Order6
Criminal Damage & Arson5
Other Theft1
Bicycle Theft1
Drug Offences1
Other Crime1

Incident Distribution

Location ReferencePrimary IncidentsTotal
On or near Theatre/Concert Hall Map
Shoplifting: 4Public order: 1
5
On or near Verneuil Avenue Map
Violence and sexual offences: 4
4
On or near Marriott'S Walk Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3Criminal damage and arson: 1
4
On or near Ipswich Street Map
Public order: 2Drugs: 1Violence and sexual offences: 1
4
On or near Needham Road Map
Violence and sexual offences: 3
3
On or near Crowe Street Map
Criminal damage and arson: 2Bicycle theft: 1
3
On or near Gipping Way Map
Other theft: 1Shoplifting: 1
2
On or near Stricklands Road Map
Public order: 1
1
On or near Wayside Close Map
Criminal damage and arson: 1
1
On or near A1120 Map
Other crime: 1
1

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City Ranking

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Local Rank

#26safest in Mid Suffolk

City Average

39.86per 1k

Local Policing

Stowmarket

Suffolk Constabulary

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Local Priorities

Preventing Acquisitive Crime
There has been a rise in burglaries and thefts across the local area, including incidents targeting homes, sheds, and rural properties.

Issued: 23 Apr 2026

Status Update

You said there has been a rise in burglaries and theft in rural communities. We did targeted patrols and investigations to deter offenders and support affected communities.

Actioned: 23 Apr 2026

Reducing Retail Crime. Retail crime remains a growing concern both locally and nationally.

Issued: 23 Apr 2026

Status Update

You said there has been an increase in retail crime in local communities. We did engagement and supporting businesses in Stowmarket town centre to identify repeat offenders, provide crime prevention advice, and take swift action to reduce theft and improve safety.

Actioned: 23 Apr 2026

Tackling Anti-Social Behaviour and Drug-Related Activity

Issued: 23 Apr 2026

Status Update

You said there was an increase in Anti Social Behaviour, drug use and supply and violence in Stowmarket. We did focused patrols in key areas of Stowmarket to address ongoing anti-social behaviour, violence, and suspected drug activity. These issues are impacting community safety and wellbeing, and patrols are being increased to provide reassurance and gather intelligence.

Actioned: 23 Apr 2026

Engagement Events

JUN27

Armed Forces Day

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Stowmarket officers and Stowmarket Police Cadets will be attending the Stowmarket Armed Forces day.

schedule

10:00 AM — 4:00 PM

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Stowmarket Recreation Ground

JUN27

Abbots Hall Primary Summer School Fayre

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Local Community Policing Team officers will be present at the Abbots Hall Primary Summer School Fayre.

schedule

12:00 PM — 2:00 PM

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Abbots Hall Primary School

JUL1

ASB Awareness Week - Street Meet

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Stowmarket Community Police Team and Mid Suffolk District Council will be present in Stowmarket Town Centre for a community engagement event.

schedule

2:00 PM — 4:00 PM

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Stowmarket Town Centre [opposite TSB bank] Ipswich Street Stowmarket

JUL18

Stowmarket Carnival

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Stowmarket police officers and Stowmarket Police Cadets will be attending the Stowmarket Carnival.

schedule

10:00 AM — 4:00 PM

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Stowmarket Town Centre

JUL29

Families Day for Suffolk Children in Care

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Stowmarket Community Policing Team officers will be in attendance at the Families Day for Suffolk Children in Care, please come along and say hello!

schedule

10:00 AM — 2:00 PM

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Chilton Fields, Stowmarket.

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