Attleborough Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a resident of Attleborough, the crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 people in June 2024 translates to a daily risk of encountering crime roughly once every 270 residents over the course of the month. This rate is 54.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000, reflecting a significantly lower exposure to crime than the national picture. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 61.7% of all reported incidents (29 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (6 cases) and criminal damage and arson (4 cases). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal disputes and public disorder, which may be influenced by the area’s character as a smaller built-up area within Breckland. Seasonal factors may also play a role: June marks the start of summer, with longer daylight hours affecting patterns of activity and visibility. The relatively low property crime rate (7 cases) compared to violent crime suggests that personal safety concerns may be more pressing than theft from property for residents. This aligns with Attleborough’s likely profile as a quieter, less densely populated area where community interactions are more frequent, contributing to the prominence of anti-social behaviour and violent incidents.

June 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to May. Violence and sexual offences increased by 31.8% (22 → 29 cases), potentially linked to the start of the summer season and increased social activity. Vehicle crime more than doubled (+100%) from 1 to 2 cases, which may reflect changes in local traffic patterns or parking habits during the warmer months. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 42.9% (7 → 4 cases), and public order offences dropped by 40% (5 → 3 cases), due to improved community policing or seasonal changes in public behaviour. The rate of violence and sexual offences in Attleborough (2.3 per 1,000) is 17% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000, indicating that while this category is prevalent locally, it remains less frequent than in other parts of the country. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp rise in vehicle crime: with only two incidents reported in June, this suggests a low but notable risk for car owners, particularly in areas with high visibility or parking turnover.

The crime rate in Attleborough for June 2024 (3.7 per 1,000) represents a 4.1% decrease from May’s rate of 3.9 per 1,000, indicating a slight downward trend over the past month. On a daily basis, 2 crimes were reported across the 30-day period, equating to roughly one crime every 6.3 days—a figure that provides a concrete reference point for residents assessing local risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 270 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime levels compared to larger urban centres. This statistic is particularly meaningful when contextualised against Attleborough’s population of 12,699: it suggests that the vast majority of residents are unlikely to experience crime firsthand in any given month. However, the prominence of violence and sexual offences (61.7% of total crimes) highlights a specific vulnerability that may require targeted community awareness. While the overall rate is well below the UK average, the composition of crimes—particularly the high proportion of violent incidents—differs from national trends, where property crime often dominates. This contrast may reflect Attleborough’s demographic profile as a smaller, more tightly knit community where interpersonal conflicts are more likely to escalate into reported offences.