Westgate and St. Margaret’s Crime Rate

Suffolk Constabulary • March 2026 Data

17
UK Score
6
Suffolk Score
F
High Risk
Total Crimes
362
March 2026
Violent Crime
135
Assaults, robbery
Property Crime
39
Burglary, theft
Anti-Social
20
Nuisance, disorder
Population
12,098
Census 2021
Crime Rate
0.0
per 1,000 people

Is Westgate and St. Margaret’s Safe?

Westgate and St. Margaret’s has a safety score of 17/100, placing it in the bottom 17% of UK neighbourhoods. In March 2026, police recorded 362 crimes in this area, including 135 violent offences.

This area has higher crime rates than most UK neighbourhoods. Take extra precautions with personal belongings and avoid walking alone at night.

Crime Breakdown

135
Violent Crime
103
Shoplifting
25
Other Theft
23
Criminal Damage
20
Anti-Social Behaviour
20
Public Order
9
Burglary
6
Weapons

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Westgate and St. Margaret’s safe to live in?
Westgate and St. Margaret’s has a Safety Score of 17/100, rated "High Risk". This score is based on 362 crimes reported in March 2026.
What is Westgate and St. Margaret’s's crime rate?
Westgate and St. Margaret’s recorded 362 crimes in March 2026, including 135 violent crimes and 39 property crimes.
Which police force covers Westgate and St. Margaret’s?
Westgate and St. Margaret’s is policed by Suffolk Constabulary.

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