Breckland Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In September 2025, Breckland recorded 666 crimes across its population of 146,620 residents, translating to a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000—a figure 39.2% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance places Breckland among the areas with the lowest crime rates in the country, though the breakdown of crime types reveals patterns that may be influenced by local characteristics. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.2% of all reported crimes, making it the most common category, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.7%) and anti-social behaviour (9.5%). The dominance of violent crimes may reflect the area's demographic profile, with a significant proportion of the population likely engaged in activities that bring them into contact with public spaces. Seasonal factors may also play a role, as the month of September marks the return to school and university for many residents, increasing interactions in public areas. However, the overall crime rate remains lower than the UK average, suggesting that Breckland's community or policing strategies may be effective in mitigating crime. The category of anti-social behaviour, at 0.4 per 1,000, is 66% below the UK average, a figure that could indicate strong community engagement or effective local interventions. Meanwhile, shoplifting and public order offences are both below the UK average by 51% and 44% respectively, reflecting the area's character as a predominantly rural or low-density region where such crimes are less frequent. The relatively low rates of burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000), both 64% and 75% below the UK average respectively, may further support this interpretation. These findings highlight a combination of factors, including population density, local policing, and seasonal trends, that contribute to Breckland's overall crime profile.

September 2025 saw notable shifts in Breckland's crime profile, with other thefts rising sharply by 61.1% to 58 incidents—a jump from 36 in August. This increase may be linked to the start of the academic year, as students and new residents move into the area. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 40.6% to 63 incidents, potentially reflecting the impact of shorter evenings and the start of the school term. The category of 'other theft' also rose by 57.1%, reaching 22 incidents, which is 25% above the UK average for this category. Meanwhile, robbery incidents dropped by 60% to 2 cases, the lowest recorded for this category in Breckland since at least 2020. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with seasonal factors such as the return to school and university freshers likely influencing trends in certain categories.

Breckland's crime rate in September 2025 stood at 4.5 per 1,000 residents, a 3.2% decrease from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000. This small decline suggests a continued trend of relative stability, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 22 crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the volume of incidents in a way that residents may find more relatable. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 220 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places Breckland among the safer areas in the country. With a population of 146,620, this means that the likelihood of any individual experiencing a crime is relatively low, though localised patterns in specific crime types may still warrant attention. The comparison to the UK average underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies or demographic factors that may contribute to this lower rate, though further analysis would be required to confirm such hypotheses.