Crime in Brandon West: statistics, rates and trends
244 crimes were recorded in Brandon West in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Brandon West at a glance
- Crime trends in Brandon West
- Types of crime in Brandon West
- Brandon West compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Brandon West
- What happened after crimes were reported in Brandon West
- Population and deprivation in Brandon West
- Questions about crime in Brandon West
- About this data
244 crimes were recorded in Brandon West in the 12 months to July 2026, 65.2 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 108 reports (44% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Brandon West has the 2,423rd highest crime rate.
| Measure | Brandon West | West Suffolk | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 244 | 11,384 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 65.2 | 60.4 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -2% | -1% | -1% |
| Population | 3,742 | 188,485 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Brandon West was highest in the year to July 2022 (273 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2023 (213). Over the whole period it fell 9%, 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 | 244 | 65.2 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 250 | 66.8 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 239 | 63.9 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 213 | 56.9 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 273 | 73.0 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 254 | 67.9 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 230 | 61.5 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 246 | 65.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 269 | 71.9 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 21 |
| June 2026 | 19 |
| May 2026 | 20 |
| April 2026 | 21 |
| March 2026 | 23 |
| February 2026 | 12 |
| January 2026 | 19 |
| December 2025 | 19 |
| November 2025 | 13 |
| October 2025 | 21 |
| September 2025 | 19 |
| August 2025 | 37 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Brandon West 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 burglary, other crime.
The largest falls were in public order (-68%) and criminal damage and arson (-25%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 108 | 28.9 | 0.84 | +6% |
| Other theft | 28 | 7.5 | 1.17 | -18% |
| Burglary | 25 | 6.7 | 1.89 | +525% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 24 | 6.4 | 0.95 | -25% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 11 | 2.9 | 0.19 | -31% |
| Other crime | 10 | 2.7 | 1.27 | +25% |
| Shoplifting | 10 | 2.7 | 0.32 | -33% |
| Vehicle crime | 8 | 2.1 | 0.43 | -11% |
| Public order | 7 | 1.9 | 0.28 | -68% |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.6 | 0.49 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 3 | 0.8 | 0.83 | +0% |
| Robbery | 2 | 0.5 | 0.40 | +100% |
| Bicycle theft | 1 | 0.3 | 0.32 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.3 | 0.16 | n/a |
Violence and sexual offences in Brandon West
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Brandon West recorded 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (28.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 6% on the year before. It made up 44.3% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Brandon West
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Brandon West recorded 28 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (7.5 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 18% on the year before. It made up 11.5% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Brandon West
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Brandon West recorded 25 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 525% on the year before. It made up 10.2% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Brandon West
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Brandon West recorded 24 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), close to the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 25% on the year before. It made up 9.8% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Brandon West
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Brandon West recorded 11 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 31% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Brandon West
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Brandon West recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), higher than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and up 25% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Brandon West
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Brandon West recorded 10 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and down 33% on the year before. It made up 4.1% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Brandon West
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Brandon West recorded 8 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 11% on the year before. It made up 3.3% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Brandon West
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Brandon West recorded 7 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 68% on the year before. It made up 2.9% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Brandon West
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Brandon West recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Brandon West
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Brandon West recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.2% of all crime in the area.
Robbery in Brandon West
Robbery covers theft using force or the threat of force. Brandon West recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.4, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 0.8% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Brandon West
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Brandon West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Brandon West
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Brandon West recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and with no comparable figure for the year before. It made up 0.4% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Brandon West, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Brandon West.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Brandon West |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon East | 167 | 47.1 | -28% |
| Lakenheath | 285 | 30.7 | -53% |
| The Rows | 334 | 39.9 | -39% |
| Mildenhall Kingsway & Market | 449 | 97.5 | +50% |
| Manor | 165 | 36.7 | -44% |
| Iceni | 292 | 41.0 | -37% |
| St Olaves | 407 | 54.5 | -16% |
| The Fornhams & Great Barton | 112 | 25.8 | -60% |
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 West over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Petunia Way | 29 |
| On or near Petrol Station | 22 |
| On or near Parsons Close | 13 |
| On or near Church Road | 11 |
| On or near Church End | 10 |
| On or near Seymour Avenue | 10 |
| On or near Shopping Area | 10 |
| On or near Pond Lane | 9 |
| On or near St Peter'S Place | 9 |
| On or near Crown Street | 8 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Brandon West 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 | 79 | 32.4% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 69 | 28.3% |
| Under investigation | 25 | 10.2% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 21 | 8.6% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 14 | 5.7% |
| Not recorded | 11 | 4.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 7 | 2.9% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 2.5% |
| Status update unavailable | 6 | 2.5% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 0.8% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 0.8% |
| Further action is not in the public interest | 1 | 0.4% |
Brandon West has an estimated population of 3,742. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Brandon West sits in decile 4.8, close to the middle. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Brandon West |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.1% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 63.4% |
| Social rented homes | 14.6% |
| Private rented homes | 22.0% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 4.8 |
Is Brandon West a safe place to live?
Brandon West recorded 65.2 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 West?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 108 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (28).
Is crime in Brandon West going up or down?
Recorded crime in Brandon West was down 2% on the year before: 244 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 250 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Brandon West?
Brandon West 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 West. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.