Attleborough Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Attleborough's crime rate in May 2024 stood at 3.9 per 1,000 residents — 53.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. This figure, while showing a 39.9% increase from the previous month, remains in stark contrast to national trends. The most significant category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 44.9% of all crimes reported — 40% below the UK average for this category. This suggests a localised trend that may be influenced by the area's character as a market town with a mix of retail and residential spaces. The seasonal context of May, with its bank holidays and extended daylight hours, likely contributes to increased social activity that can both drive and deter certain types of crime. For example, the higher proportion of violent crimes may reflect the dynamics of public spaces during warmer weather, while the lower rates of anti-social behaviour (72% below the UK average) could indicate effective local policing or community engagement. Property crimes, though fewer in number, showed a marked increase in criminal damage and arson, which may be tied to the area's rural-urban interface and the challenges of managing public spaces during peak social periods. The overall profile illustrates a community that, while generally safe, faces specific challenges that require targeted attention.

May 2024 saw a sharp rise in criminal damage and arson, with incidents increasing by 133.3% to 7 cases — a 3% below the UK average. This spike may be linked to seasonal factors such as bank holidays and extended evenings, which can lead to increased outdoor activity and potential for property-related offences. Bicycle theft also surged by 100%, marking the first recorded incident of this type in the month. This increase, though small in absolute terms, highlights a vulnerability in local security measures for personal property. Possession of weapons rose by 100%, with 2 cases reported — a 150% increase above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This category, while not the most common, represents a significant departure from the area's typical crime profile. Conversely, other theft decreased by 20%, suggesting some success in addressing this category. The overall crime mix remains skewed towards violent crimes (44.9% of total), which are 40% below the UK average for this category, indicating a combination of local demographics and crime trends.

Attleborough's crime rate in May 2024 rose by 39.9% compared to the previous month, moving from 2.8 to 3.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains 53.6% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly 2 crimes per day over the 31-day period, a figure that provides context for local residents. When scaled to the population of 12,699, this translates to one reported crime occurring for every 259 residents during the month. While this rate is higher than the previous month, it still places Attleborough in the lower quartile of UK crime statistics. The rise in crime appears to be concentrated in specific categories, with violent crimes and property-related offences showing distinct trends. This shift may reflect seasonal factors, such as extended evenings and increased social activity, which can influence local crime patterns in market towns. The relatively low overall rate suggests that while recent trends are concerning, the area remains significantly safer than the national average.