Crime in Rushmere St Andrew: statistics, rates and trends
60 crimes were recorded in Rushmere St Andrew in the 12 months to July 2026, 12.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 37% on the year before.
Table of Contents
- Crime in Rushmere St Andrew at a glance
- Crime trends in Rushmere St Andrew
- Types of crime in Rushmere St Andrew
- Rushmere St Andrew compared with nearby neighbourhoods
- Streets with the most crime in Rushmere St Andrew
- What happened after crimes were reported in Rushmere St Andrew
- Population and deprivation in Rushmere St Andrew
- Questions about crime in Rushmere St Andrew
- About this data
60 crimes were recorded in Rushmere St Andrew in the 12 months to July 2026, 12.7 per 1,000 residents. That is lower than the England and Wales rate of 96.4, and down 37% on the year before. The most common offence was violence and sexual offences, with 30 reports (50% of the total).
Of the 3,911 neighbourhoods covered by this site, Rushmere St Andrew has the 3,911th highest crime rate.
| Measure | Rushmere St Andrew | East Suffolk | England and Wales |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crimes, the 12 months to July 2026 | 60 | 14,380 | 5,665,700 |
| Crimes per 1,000 residents | 12.7 | 57.6 | 96.4 |
| Change on previous 12 months | -37% | +2% | -1% |
| Population | 4,719 | 249,664 | 58,797,018 |
Recorded crime in Rushmere St Andrew was highest in the year to July 2022 (166 crimes) and lowest in the year to July 2026 (60). Over the whole period it fell 56%, 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 | 60 | 12.7 | 96.4 |
| Year to July 2025 | 95 | 20.1 | 97.1 |
| Year to July 2024 | 91 | 19.3 | 97.7 |
| Year to July 2023 | 115 | 24.4 | 5.2 |
| Year to July 2022 | 166 | 35.2 | 101.3 |
| Year to July 2021 | 124 | 26.3 | 102.1 |
| Year to July 2020 | 107 | 22.7 | 101.9 |
| Year to July 2019 | 140 | 29.7 | 101.5 |
| Year to July 2018 | 136 | 28.8 | 100.6 |
Month by month
| Month | Crimes |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 6 |
| June 2026 | 8 |
| May 2026 | 3 |
| April 2026 | 5 |
| March 2026 | 9 |
| February 2026 | 6 |
| January 2026 | 5 |
| December 2025 | 4 |
| November 2025 | 2 |
| October 2025 | 10 |
| September 2025 | 1 |
| August 2025 | 1 |
The table shows every category of crime recorded in Rushmere St Andrew 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.
| Crime type | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Index (E&W = 1.00) | Change on year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Violence and sexual offences | 30 | 6.4 | 0.19 | -3% |
| Other theft | 6 | 1.3 | 0.20 | -50% |
| Vehicle crime | 6 | 1.3 | 0.26 | +20% |
| Anti-social behaviour | 4 | 0.8 | 0.06 | -71% |
| Criminal damage and arson | 4 | 0.8 | 0.12 | -64% |
| Public order | 4 | 0.8 | 0.13 | -20% |
| Burglary | 3 | 0.6 | 0.18 | +50% |
| Other crime | 3 | 0.6 | 0.30 | -40% |
Violence and sexual offences in Rushmere St Andrew
Violence and sexual offences covers offences against the person, from common assault to homicide, and sexual offences. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (6.4 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 34.2, and down 3% on the year before. It made up 50.0% of all crime in the area.
Other theft in Rushmere St Andrew
Other theft covers theft not covered by another category, such as theft by an employee or of unattended items. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.4, and down 50% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Vehicle crime in Rushmere St Andrew
Vehicle crime covers theft of or from a vehicle, and interfering with a vehicle. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 6 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (1.3 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 4.9, and up 20% on the year before. It made up 10.0% of all crime in the area.
Anti-social behaviour in Rushmere St Andrew
Anti-social behaviour covers personal, environmental and nuisance anti-social behaviour. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 15.3, and down 71% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Criminal damage and arson in Rushmere St Andrew
Criminal damage and arson covers deliberate damage to property, including setting fire to it. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.8, and down 64% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Public order in Rushmere St Andrew
Public order covers offences that cause fear, alarm or distress. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 4 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.8 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 6.6, and down 20% on the year before. It made up 6.7% of all crime in the area.
Burglary in Rushmere St Andrew
Burglary covers entering a home or other building as a trespasser to steal, or with intent to steal. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 3.5, and up 50% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Other crime in Rushmere St Andrew
Other crime covers offences not covered by another category, such as forgery and perjury. Rushmere St Andrew recorded 3 reports in the 12 months to July 2026 (0.6 per 1,000 residents), lower than the England and Wales rate of 2.1, and down 40% on the year before. It made up 5.0% of all crime in the area.
Crime rates in the neighbourhoods closest to Rushmere St Andrew, for the 12 months to July 2026. The last column shows each area's rate relative to Rushmere St Andrew.
| Neighbourhood | Crimes | Per 1,000 | Rate vs Rushmere St Andrew |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kesgrave | 320 | 22.3 | +75% |
| Martlesham & Purdis Farm | 717 | 105.3 | +728% |
| Carlford & Fynn Valley | 237 | 27.9 | +119% |
| Woodbridge | 381 | 48.1 | +278% |
| Orwell & Villages | 375 | 34.9 | +174% |
| Melton | 199 | 35.8 | +181% |
| Western Felixstowe | 707 | 52.7 | +315% |
| Eastern Felixstowe | 682 | 58.5 | +360% |
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 Rushmere St Andrew over the 12 months to July 2026.
| Location | Crimes |
|---|---|
| On or near Ditchingham Grove | 5 |
| On or near Meadowside Gardens | 5 |
| On or near Chatsworth Drive | 4 |
| On or near Shrubland Drive | 4 |
| On or near Bladen Drive | 4 |
| On or near Playford Road | 3 |
| On or near Western Close | 3 |
| On or near Bixley Drive | 3 |
| On or near Larkhill Rise | 3 |
| On or near Audley Grove | 3 |
The latest recorded outcome for crimes in Rushmere St Andrew 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Investigation complete; no suspect identified | 17 | 28.3% |
| Unable to prosecute suspect | 16 | 26.7% |
| Under investigation | 7 | 11.7% |
| Action to be taken by another organisation | 7 | 11.7% |
| Not recorded | 4 | 6.7% |
| Local resolution | 3 | 5.0% |
| Awaiting court outcome | 3 | 5.0% |
| Further investigation is not in the public interest | 2 | 3.3% |
| Status update unavailable | 1 | 1.7% |
Rushmere St Andrew has an estimated population of 4,719. On the England IoD 2025, the average neighbourhood in Rushmere St Andrew sits in decile 10.0, less deprived than average. Deprivation and recorded crime are linked, but many other factors shape local crime rates.
| Measure | Rushmere St Andrew |
|---|---|
| Aged 0 to 15 | 15.3% |
| Aged 16 to 64 | 57.7% |
| Aged 65 and over | 27.0% |
| Homes owned outright or with a mortgage | 92.7% |
| Social rented homes | 1.0% |
| Private rented homes | 6.3% |
| Average deprivation decile (1 = most deprived, 10 = least) | 10.0 |
Is Rushmere St Andrew a safe place to live?
Rushmere St Andrew recorded 12.7 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 Rushmere St Andrew?
Violence and sexual offences was the most common category, with 30 reports in the 12 months to July 2026, followed by other theft (6).
Is crime in Rushmere St Andrew going up or down?
Recorded crime in Rushmere St Andrew was down 37% on the year before: 60 crimes in the 12 months to July 2026 against 95 in the previous 12 months.
Which police force covers Rushmere St Andrew?
Rushmere St Andrew 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 Rushmere St Andrew. Crimes recorded by British Transport Police are not included.
Population figures are ONS mid-year estimates. See the methodology for details.