Crime in Brandon East: statistics, rates and trends
167 crimes were recorded in Brandon East in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Brandon East at a glance
- Crime trends in Brandon East
- Types of crime in Brandon East
- Brandon East compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Brandon East
- What happened after crimes were reported in Brandon East
- Population and deprivation in Brandon East
- Questions about crime in Brandon East
- About this data
167 crimes were recorded in Brandon East in the 12 months to July 2026, 47.1 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 12% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 76 reports (46% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Brandon East has the 3,146th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Brandon East | West Suffolk | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 167 | 11,384 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 47.1 | 60.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -12% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 3,545 | 188,485 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Brandon East was highest in the year to July 2019 (233 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (165). Over the whole period it fell 16%, against a fall of 4% across England and Wales. Rates use today's population for every year, so they show the direction of change rather than exact historic rates.
| Period | Crimes | Per 1,000 | England and Wales per 1,000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year to July 2026 | 167 | 47.1 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 190 | 53.6 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 165 | 46.5 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 207 | 58.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 172 | 48.5 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 171 | 48.2 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 221 | 62.3 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 233 | 65.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 200 | 56.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 14 |
| June 2026 | 13 |
| May 2026 | 17 |
| April 2026 | 8 |
| March 2026 | 11 |
| February 2026 | 8 |
| January 2026 | 22 |
| December 2025 | 20 |
| November 2025 | 12 |
| October 2025 | 14 |
| September 2025 | 10 |
| August 2025 | 18 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Brandon East over the 12 months to July 2026. The index compares the local rate with England and Wales: 1.00 is the national rate, 2.00 is double it. Rates were well above the national level for bicycle theft, possession of weapons.
The largest falls were in bicycle theft (-74%) and criminal damage and arson (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 76 | 21.4 | 0.63 | -7% |
| Other theft | 18 | 5.1 | 0.79 | +0% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 15 | 4.2 | 0.62 | -25% |
| Public order | 11 | 3.1 | 0.47 | +38% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 9 | 2.5 | 0.17 | +125% |
| Bicycle theft | 8 | 2.3 | 2.74 | -74% |
| Burglary | 8 | 2.3 | 0.64 | +33% |
| Vehicle crime | 7 | 2.0 | 0.40 | -12% |
| Possession of weapons | 6 | 1.7 | 1.74 | +100% |
| Drugs | 3 | 0.8 | 0.26 | -40% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.8 | 0.40 | -40% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.6 | 0.42 | n/a |
| Shoplifting | 1 | 0.3 | 0.03 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Brandon East
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Brandon East recorded 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (21.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 7% on the year before. It made up 45.5% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Brandon East
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Brandon East recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (5.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 10.8% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Brandon East
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Brandon East recorded 15 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (4.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Brandon East
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Brandon East recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 38% on the year before. It made up 6.6% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Brandon East
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Brandon East recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and up 125% on the year before. It made up 5.4% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Brandon East
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Brandon East recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and down 74% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Brandon East
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Brandon East recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 33% on the year before. It made up 4.8% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Brandon East
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Brandon East recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 12% on the year before. It made up 4.2% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Brandon East
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Brandon East recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 3.6% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Brandon East
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Brandon East recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Brandon East
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Brandon East recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 1.8% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Brandon East
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Brandon East recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Brandon East
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Brandon East recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.6% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Brandon East, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Brandon East.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Brandon East |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon West | 244 | 65.2 | +38% |
| Lakenheath | 285 | 30.7 | -35% |
| The Rows | 334 | 39.9 | -15% |
| Mildenhall Kingsway & Market | 449 | 97.5 | +107% |
| Manor | 165 | 36.7 | -22% |
| Iceni | 292 | 41.0 | -13% |
| The Fornhams & Great Barton | 112 | 25.8 | -45% |
| St Olaves | 407 | 54.5 | +16% |
Police.uk records each crime at an approximate location, usually the centre of a nearby street or a landmark, to protect victims' privacy. These are the locations with the most reports in Brandon East over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Park/Open Space | 35 |
| On or near Parking Area | 27 |
| On or near Cedar Way | 13 |
| On or near Cherry Tree Close | 12 |
| On or near Yew Drive | 10 |
| On or near B1107 | 9 |
| On or near Hall Drive | 7 |
| On or near Mounts Pit Lane | 6 |
| On or near St Stephen'S Crescent | 5 |
| On or near Gashouse Drove | 4 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Brandon East over the 12 months to July 2026. Many cases are still open when the data is published, and anti-social behaviour has no outcome recorded, so these shares change as investigations finish.
| Outcome | Crimes | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 60 | 35.9% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 51 | 30.5% |
| Under investigation | 14 | 8.4% |
| Not recorded | 9 | 5.4% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 8 | 4.8% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 4.2% |
| Status update unavailable | 6 | 3.6% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 3.6% |
| Court result unavailable | 3 | 1.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.6% |
| Offender given a caution | 1 | 0.6% |
Brandon East has an estimated population of 3,545. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Brandon East sits in decile 6.0, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Brandon East |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 13.7% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.4% |
| Aged 65 and over | 28.9% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 71.4% |
| Social rented homes | 5.6% |
| Private rented homes | 23.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 6.0 |
Is Brandon East a safe place to live?
Brandon East recorded 47.1 crimes per 1,000 residents in the 12 months to July 2026, lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4. Crime is concentrated in a small number of places within most areas, often busy centres and transport hubs, so the rate for a single street can differ a lot from the area as a whole.
What is the most common crime in Brandon East?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 76 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (18).
Is crime in Brandon East going up or down?
Recorded crime in Brandon East was down 12% on the year before: 167 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 190 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Brandon East?
Brandon East is policed by Suffolk. Non-emergency crimes can be reported online to the force or by calling 101; in an emergency call 999.
How are these crime rates calculated?
Each rate is the number of crimes recorded by the police in the 12 months to July 2026, divided by the resident population and multiplied by 1,000. Crime data is from data.police.uk and population estimates are from the Office for National Statistics.
Figures are police-recorded crime published on data.police.uk, covering August 2017 to July 2026. Each crime is counted in the small area (LSOA) where it was recorded and added up to Brandon East. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.