Crime in Melton, East Suffolk: statistics, rates and trends
199 crimes were recorded in Melton, East Suffolk in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Melton, East Suffolk at a glance
- Crime trends in Melton, East Suffolk
- Types of crime in Melton, East Suffolk
- Melton, East Suffolk compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Melton, East Suffolk
- What happened after crimes were reported in Melton, East Suffolk
- Population and deprivation in Melton, East Suffolk
- Questions about crime in Melton, East Suffolk
- About this data
199 crimes were recorded in Melton, East Suffolk in the 12 months to July 2026, 35.8 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and up 2% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 100 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Melton, East Suffolk has the 3,609th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Melton, East Suffolk | East Suffolk | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 199 | 14,380 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 35.8 | 57.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | +2% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 5,565 | 249,664 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Melton, East Suffolk was highest in the year to July 2022 (223 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2024 (169). Over the whole period it rose 7%, 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 | 199 | 35.8 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 196 | 35.2 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 169 | 30.4 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 207 | 37.2 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 223 | 40.1 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 213 | 38.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 215 | 38.6 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 199 | 35.8 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 186 | 33.4 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 25 |
| June 2026 | 21 |
| May 2026 | 14 |
| April 2026 | 3 |
| March 2026 | 11 |
| February 2026 | 14 |
| January 2026 | 11 |
| December 2025 | 23 |
| November 2025 | 11 |
| October 2025 | 24 |
| September 2025 | 21 |
| August 2025 | 21 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Melton, East Suffolk 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. The largest increases were in violence and sexual offences (+16%). The largest falls were in vehicle crime (-88%).
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 100 | 18.0 | 0.52 | +16% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 21 | 3.8 | 0.56 | +31% |
| Other theft | 18 | 3.2 | 0.51 | +12% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 14 | 2.5 | 0.16 | +17% |
| Public order | 14 | 2.5 | 0.38 | +40% |
| Burglary | 9 | 1.6 | 0.46 | -47% |
| Drugs | 6 | 1.1 | 0.33 | +500% |
| Other crime | 5 | 0.9 | 0.43 | -29% |
| Shoplifting | 4 | 0.7 | 0.09 | +300% |
| Vehicle crime | 3 | 0.5 | 0.11 | -88% |
| Bicycle theft | 2 | 0.4 | 0.44 | +100% |
| Possession of weapons | 2 | 0.4 | 0.37 | +0% |
| Theft from the person | 1 | 0.2 | 0.11 | +0% |
Violence and sexual offences in Melton, East Suffolk
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (18.0 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and up 16% on the year before. It made up 50.3% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Melton, East Suffolk
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 21 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and up 31% on the year before. It made up 10.6% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Melton, East Suffolk
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 18 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (3.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and up 12% on the year before. It made up 9.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Melton, East Suffolk
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 14 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 17% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Melton, East Suffolk
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 14 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (2.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and up 40% on the year before. It made up 7.0% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Melton, East Suffolk
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 9 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and down 47% on the year before. It made up 4.5% of all crime in the area.
Drugs in Melton, East Suffolk
Drugs covers possession, supply and production of controlled drugs. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.1 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.3, and up 500% on the year before. It made up 3.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Melton, East Suffolk
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 5 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.9 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 29% on the year before. It made up 2.5% of all crime in the area.
Shoplifting in Melton, East Suffolk
Shoplifting covers theft from shops or stalls. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.7 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 8.3, and up 300% on the year before. It made up 2.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Melton, East Suffolk
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.5 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and down 88% on the year before. It made up 1.5% of all crime in the area.
Bicycle theft in Melton, East Suffolk
Bicycle theft covers the taking of a bicycle without the owner's consent. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 0.8, and up 100% on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Possession of weapons in Melton, East Suffolk
Possession of weapons covers carrying or possessing a weapon such as a firearm or knife. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 2 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.0, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 1.0% of all crime in the area.
Theft from the person in Melton, East Suffolk
Theft from the person covers theft of property carried on the person, such as pickpocketing, without force. Melton, East Suffolk recorded 1 report in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.2 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 1.7, and almost unchanged on the year before. It made up 0.5% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Melton, East Suffolk, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Melton, East Suffolk.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Melton, East Suffolk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodbridge | 381 | 48.1 | +34% |
| Carlford & Fynn Valley | 237 | 27.9 | -22% |
| Martlesham & Purdis Farm | 717 | 105.3 | +194% |
| Kesgrave | 320 | 22.3 | -38% |
| Rendlesham & Orford | 183 | 33.6 | -6% |
| Deben | 217 | 36.1 | +1% |
| Rushmere St Andrew | 60 | 12.7 | -64% |
| Framlingham | 264 | 26.3 | -27% |
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 Melton, East Suffolk over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near St Andrew'S Close | 16 |
| On or near Cale Road | 13 |
| On or near St Andrew'S Place | 11 |
| On or near Parking Area | 10 |
| On or near Lloyd Road | 10 |
| On or near Parklands | 9 |
| On or near Woods Lane | 9 |
| On or near Churchman Close | 7 |
| On or near Murray Close | 6 |
| On or near Adams Close | 5 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Melton, East Suffolk 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 | 78 | 39.2% |
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 40 | 20.1% |
| Under investigation | 19 | 9.5% |
| Not recorded | 14 | 7.0% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 13 | 6.5% |
| Court result unavailable | 12 | 6.0% |
| Status update unavailable | 9 | 4.5% |
| Local resolution | 6 | 3.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 3 | 1.5% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 1.5% |
| Offender given a caution | 2 | 1.0% |
Melton, East Suffolk has an estimated population of 5,565. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Melton, East Suffolk sits in decile 7.9, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Melton, East Suffolk |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 14.5% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 53.9% |
| Aged 65 and over | 31.6% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 74.2% |
| Social rented homes | 12.9% |
| Private rented homes | 12.9% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 7.9 |
Is Melton, East Suffolk a safe place to live?
Melton, East Suffolk recorded 35.8 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 Melton, East Suffolk?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 100 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by criminal damage and arson (21).
Is crime in Melton, East Suffolk going up or down?
Recorded crime in Melton, East Suffolk was up 2% on the year before: 199 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 196 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Melton, East Suffolk?
Melton, East Suffolk 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 Melton, East Suffolk. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.