Breckland Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Breckland's June 2023 crime profile illustrates a consistent pattern of low overall criminal activity, with the district's rate of 5.1 crimes per 1,000 residents marking a 40% deficit compared to the UK average. This figure positions Breckland among the safest local authority areas in the country, a status reinforced by its rural character and dispersed population. The most prevalent crime category remains violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.2% of all reported incidents.2 per 1,000 residents is 25% below the national average. Anti-social behaviour follows closely with 15% of total crimes, a statistic that may reflect the district's mix of small towns and open countryside where community interactions can sometimes escalate. The seasonal context of June—marking the start of the summer and longer daylight hours—likely influences these patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to both the rise in violent incidents and the decline in vehicle crime. Breckland's property crime rate of 1.3 per 1,000 residents is 69% below the UK average, a statistic that aligns with the area's limited urban centres and lower population density. This contrast with the UK's higher rates of burglary and vehicle crime underscores Breckland's unique socioeconomic profile, where the absence of major cities and commercial hubs may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. The data also highlights a 63% deficit in shoplifting incidents compared to the national average, a trend that could be attributed to Breckland's smaller retail presence and more localized shopping patterns.

June 2023 saw a 35% decrease in vehicle crime, the largest single-month drop in this category since records began. This decline may be linked to reduced rural traffic during the summer months, though no definitive causal link can be drawn. Conversely, robbery incidents surged by 100%, rising from zero to three cases, a figure that could signal emerging patterns in targeted crime. Other theft also increased by 35.7%, from 42 to 57 cases, suggesting a shift in criminal focus toward property crimes despite the overall low crime rate. Breckland's violent crime rate of 2.2 per 1,000 residents is 25% below the UK average, a statistic that aligns with the area's rural demographics and limited nightlife infrastructure. Meanwhile, possession of weapons rose by 30%, a 13-case increase that may warrant further monitoring in the context of Breckland's agricultural and suburban landscape.

Breckland's crime rate in June 2023 remained stable compared to May, with a 2.1% decrease to 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, 25 crimes were reported in June, a figure that contextualizes the pace of incidents within the district's population of 146,620. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 197 residents, a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in Breckland compared to national averages. This monthly exposure rate is particularly notable when considering Breckland's rural character, where lower population density and community cohesion may contribute to reduced opportunities for certain types of crime. The data also reveals that property crimes, while lower than the UK average, have shown a slight decline, contrasting with the increase in violent crimes, which may reflect seasonal patterns tied to warmer weather and increased social activity.