Rural Breckland Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of 26,781 residents, 87 crimes were recorded in November 2024, translating to a crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 people. This figure is 56.6% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, reflecting a safer environment compared to national trends. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 41.4% of all incidents (36 cases), followed by other theft (11.5%) and anti-social behaviour (11.5%). These rates align with the area’s rural character, where lower population density and community-focused policing likely contribute to reduced property crime. Seasonal factors in November, such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have influenced patterns, with increased foot traffic and vehicle movement potentially driving some offences. However, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than UK averages for all major categories, including violence and sexual offences (50% below UK average) and anti-social behaviour (64% below UK average). This suggests that local initiatives, combined with the area’s demographic profile, are effectively mitigating crime risks, even during periods of heightened activity.

November 2024 saw dramatic shifts in specific crime categories. Vehicle crime surged by 250% compared to October, rising from 2 to 7 incidents, likely linked to increased traffic during Black Friday shopping and Bonfire Night events. Burglary also rose sharply by 150%, with 5 cases reported (up from 2), potentially reflecting seasonal patterns of home occupancy or targeted opportunities. Bicycle theft, which had not occurred in October, jumped by 100% to 1 incident, possibly tied to temporary increases in cycling during darker evenings. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 55.6% (from 9 to 4), and public order offences dropped by 37.5% (from 8 to 5), due to reduced large gatherings or heightened community awareness. Violence and sexual offences, while remaining the largest category, decreased slightly by 5.3% (from 38 to 36), though they still sit 50% below the UK average. These fluctuations highlight the combination of local conditions and seasonal rhythms, with some categories responding strongly to November-specific events while others remain consistently lower than national benchmarks.

The crime rate in November 2024 rose by 10.2% compared to October’s 3.0 per 1,000 residents, yet remains well below the UK average. Locally, this equates to roughly 3 crimes reported each day, a figure that may resonate more with residents than abstract per capita rates. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 308 residents—a monthly exposure rate that is exceptionally low compared to urban areas but aligns with the area’s rural character, where community cohesion and limited commercial activity may reduce opportunities for crime. Population context further illustrates the scale: with 26,781 residents, the 87 crimes recorded represent a manageable proportion of daily life, particularly when contrasted with the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000. This suggests that even with the recent increases in vehicle and burglary offences, the area’s overall safety profile remains robust. Residents are likely to perceive this as a stable environment, where local efforts to address seasonal spikes in specific crime types are keeping broader trends in check.