Is Bungay and Wainford Safe?
Crime statistics for Bungay and Wainford. Based on official UK Police data, updated January 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 344 total crimes recorded in Bungay and Wainford
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Bungay and Wainford — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bungay and Wainford safe?
Bungay and Wainford has a CrimeRadar safety score of 58/100, rated Average. A total of 344 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 20.4% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Bungay and Wainford are broadly in line with the UK average.
How many crimes were recorded in Bungay and Wainford in the last 12 months?
344 crimes were recorded in Bungay and Wainford in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 20.4% compared to the previous 12-month period (432 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 147 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Bungay and Wainford?
The most common crime in Bungay and Wainford is Violent Crime, with 147 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42.7% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Bungay and Wainford increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Bungay and Wainford is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 20.4% — from 432 crimes in the previous 12 months to 344 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Bungay and Wainford?
Bungay and Wainford has a safety score of 58 out of 100 (Average). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Bungay and Wainford compare to the Suffolk Constabulary average?
Bungay and Wainford has a safety score of 58/100, while the Suffolk Constabulary force area average is 15/100. Bungay and Wainford is safer than the force average. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Bungay and Wainford?
30.4% of crimes recorded in Bungay and Wainford resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Suffolk Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Bungay and Wainford?
147 violent crimes were recorded in Bungay and Wainford in the last 12 months — representing 42.7% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 67 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Bungay and Wainford last updated?
The crime data for Bungay and Wainford was last updated in January 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Bungay and Wainford with other areas?
You can compare Bungay and Wainford with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.