Aylsham Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

September 2023 marked a period of continued low crime levels in Aylsham, a built-up area within Broadland. The overall crime rate stood at 2.6 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This figure translates to a 67.5% reduction compared to national standards, highlighting Aylsham's status as one of the safest areas in the country. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 47.4% of all recorded crimes, though they remained 56% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, contributing 15.8% of incidents, with the category itself 70% below the national rate. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return to school and university freshers—may have influenced the crime profile, with increased social activity potentially contributing to both the decline in anti-social behaviour and the rise in property-related offences. While the area's low crime rate is consistent with its character as a relatively small, low-density built-up area, the month-on-month fluctuations suggest that local factors, such as community events or policing initiatives, may play a role in shaping crime trends.

September 2023 saw a 75% reduction in anti-social behaviour, with incidents falling from 12 to 3. This decline was accompanied by a 66.7% drop in public order offences, which fell from six to two. Despite these decreases, two categories saw notable increases: criminal damage and arson rose by 100% (from one to two incidents), and burglary also increased by 100% (from zero to one). Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, accounting for 47.4% of all incidents, though they were 56% below the UK average. These shifts suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with the start of the academic year potentially influencing both anti-social behaviour and property-related crimes.

Aylsham's crime rate in September 2023 fell to 2.6 per 1,000 residents, marking a 45.6% drop from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with a crime rate 67.5% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low level of criminal activity compared to larger urban centres. When viewed through the lens of monthly exposure, one reported crime occurred for every 391 residents, a statistic that contextualises the rarity of incidents within the local population. This consistency in low crime rates suggests that Aylsham's built-up area may benefit from factors such as community cohesion or effective local policing strategies, though further data would be needed to confirm these patterns.