Attleborough Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

April 2024 saw a continued decline in crime across Attleborough, with an overall rate of 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents—63.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This marked improvement aligns with seasonal patterns typical of the area, where spring weather and the Easter period often bring increased outdoor activity and community engagement. Violence and sexual offences remained the most significant category, contributing 37.1% of all crimes, followed by other theft (14.3%) and public order issues (14.3%). The rate of violence and sexual offences in Attleborough (1.0 per 1,000) was 61% below the UK average, suggesting strong local policing or community initiatives that may contribute to this disparity. The lower-than-UK-average rates for anti-social behaviour (75% below) and criminal damage (66% below) further highlight a broader trend of reduced disorder crimes, potentially linked to the area's character as a smaller, more cohesive built-up area within Breckland. While the overall crime rate remains low, the seasonal context of April—coinciding with Easter and early spring—may have influenced crime patterns, with fewer property crimes and more incidents related to public spaces. The data suggests a stable environment where community-focused efforts, combined with the area's relatively low population density, likely play a role in maintaining low crime levels.

April 2024 brought significant reductions in several crime categories, including a 57.1% drop in criminal damage and arson (from 7 to 3 incidents) and a 50% decrease in shoplifting (from 2 to 1). These declines contrast with sharp increases in other theft (400% rise from 1 to 5) and drug-related incidents (100% rise from 0 to 1), though the latter remain low in absolute terms. The rate of violence and sexual offences (1.0 per 1,000) remained 61% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may reflect the area's demographic profile as a relatively stable, low-density built-up area. The 75% reduction in anti-social behaviour compared to the UK average (1.2 per 1,000) is particularly noteworthy, potentially linked to the community's emphasis on local engagement during the Easter period. Residents may find the 1-in-363 monthly exposure rate (one crime per 363 residents) a useful benchmark for understanding the scale of risk, though the overall crime rate remains exceptionally low for the UK context.

April 2024 marked a 23.8% decrease in Attleborough's crime rate compared to March's 3.6 per 1,000, reflecting a sustained downward trend. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 1 crime per day over the month—a figure that, while locally relevant, does not directly compare to UK-wide averages due to differing population scales. When contextualised by population, the monthly exposure rate of 1 crime per 363 residents underscores the area's safety, particularly when compared to the UK's much higher overall rate. This stark contrast highlights Attleborough's position as a low-crime locale, where the built-up area's characteristics—possibly including lower population density and strong community cohesion—contribute to reduced crime. The 63.6% gap between Attleborough's rate and the UK average remains one of the most significant disparities in national crime statistics, suggesting that local factors such as effective policing, community initiatives, or the area's geographic isolation from larger urban centres may play a role. These figures provide a tangible sense of security for residents, with the 1-in-363 monthly exposure rate offering a clear metric for assessing personal risk in comparison to national benchmarks.