Dereham Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Dereham's crime profile in April 2025 reveals a position significantly below the UK average, with an overall rate of 6.2 crimes per 1,000 residents—19.5% lower than the national figure of 7.7. This disparity underscores the area's distinct characteristics, likely shaped by its rural context within Breckland, where lower population density and community cohesion may contribute to reduced crime levels. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 37.2% of all incidents, a rate 12% below the UK average. This suggests that while localised factors may influence violent crime trends, broader systemic differences could also play a role. Shoplifting emerged as the second most common category, with a rate of 1.1 per 1,000 residents—67% above the UK average. This anomaly may be attributed to the presence of retail spaces or transient populations in the area. Anti-social behaviour, though less frequent than in the UK, still represented 10.1% of all crimes, highlighting ongoing challenges in community management. The seasonal context of April, marked by Easter and spring weather, likely influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity affecting both property and violent crime trends. These dynamics illustrate the combination of local geography, seasonal rhythms, and crime reporting, necessitating a nuanced approach to safety planning.

April 2025 saw marked fluctuations in specific crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 300% compared to March. This increase, from one to four incidents, may be linked to seasonal changes in vehicle usage or parking patterns. Simultaneously, possession of weapons rose by 100%, a stark contrast to the previous month's zero reports, though this remains an isolated data point requiring further investigation. Anti-social behaviour, however, fell by 58.1%, dropping from 31 to 13 incidents—a shift that may reflect the impact of Easter-related community activities or temporary changes in local behaviour. Shoplifting remained a persistent concern, with rates 67% above the UK average. This discrepancy suggests a local factor, such as the presence of retail hubs or specific vulnerabilities in commercial areas, that warrants closer examination. The balance between violent and property crimes also shifted, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 37.2% of all incidents, a figure 12% below the UK average for that category.

Dereham's crime rate in April 2025 stood at 6.2 per 1,000 residents, a 22.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 8.0. This decline places the area well below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, with a 19.5% gap. Daily crime statistics reveal an average of four reported incidents per day over the month, a figure that contextualises the pace of activity in the local community. When considering the population of 20,916, the monthly exposure translates to one crime occurring for every 162 residents. This ratio offers a tangible measure of risk, though it remains important to note that crime distribution is not uniform across all demographics or locations within the area. The shift from March to April appears to reflect seasonal patterns, with the onset of spring potentially influencing both crime types and reporting rates. While the overall reduction is notable, the specific trends in individual crime categories require further analysis to understand their implications for local safety.