Attleborough Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Attleborough during November 2024 reveals a distinct profile shaped by both local characteristics and seasonal influences. With 37 total crimes recorded at a rate of 2.9 per 1,000 residents, the area remains 61.8% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national trends is particularly evident in the distribution of crime types, where violent crimes—specifically violence and sexual offences—accounted for 43.2% of all incidents, making them the most prevalent category. This dominance of violent crime over property crime (which comprised 32.4% of total incidents) diverges from the UK average, where violent crime typically represents a smaller share. The seasonal context of November, with its extended evenings and events like Bonfire Night, may contribute to this pattern, as darker conditions and concentrated community gatherings can heighten risks of interpersonal conflict. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage also feature prominently, though both remain significantly below UK averages by 73% and 47% respectively. This suggests that Attleborough's built-up area within Breckland—likely characterised by lower population density and fewer commercial hubs compared to major urban centres—creates an environment where violent incidents are more likely to occur than property-related crimes. The low rate of shoplifting (5.4% of total crimes) further supports this interpretation, as retail theft is typically more common in high-traffic urban areas. While the overall crime rate remains low, the proportion of violent crime warrants attention, particularly in light of the seasonal factors that may amplify such incidents.

November 2024 saw three crime categories—burglary, shoplifting, and vehicle crime—each double their previous month's counts, marking a 100% increase in each. This uptick may be linked to the timing of Black Friday shopping, which often sees heightened retail activity and associated risks. Conversely, possession of weapons, other crime, and drugs each decreased by 50%, a shift that could reflect seasonal variations in alcohol consumption or event-related policing. The balance of crime types reveals a striking contrast to the UK average: violence and sexual offences in Attleborough are 50% below the national rate, while anti-social behaviour is 73% below. This divergence suggests that local community dynamics, influenced by Attleborough's character as a smaller built-up area with limited nightlife, contribute to a crime profile skewed towards lower levels of violent and public order offences. For residents, the 100% rise in shoplifting during November underscores the importance of securing high-value items during peak retail periods.

Attleborough's crime rate in November 2024 (2.9 per 1,000 residents) reflects an 8.6% increase from the previous month's 2.7 per 1,000. This shift, while modest, aligns with seasonal patterns typical of late autumn, when extended evenings and local events like Bonfire Night may influence crime dynamics. The daily crime count for the month averaged approximately one incident per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during periods of heightened activity. Over the course of November, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 343 residents, placing the area among the safest in the UK. This monthly exposure rate—considered in context of the population of 12,699—highlights a consistently low baseline of criminal activity compared to national averages. The population-scaled perspective further illustrates that, despite the slight month-on-month rise, the area remains significantly safer than the UK average, with crime rates 61.8% below the national figure. Such statistics, when viewed alongside the broader demographic profile of Attleborough as a smaller built-up area within Breckland, suggest that localised factors rather than systemic trends drive any minor fluctuations.