Aylsham Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Aylsham’s crime profile in June 2024, accounting for 34.2% of all reported crimes. This category, which includes assault, sexual harassment, and other forms of interpersonal violence, remained 35% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents. The prominence of violent crime may be linked to Aylsham’s status as a built-up area within Broadland, where social interactions in public spaces and community events could contribute to such incidents. Anti-social behaviour followed closely, making up 26.3% of total crimes, a figure that aligns with the UK average of 1.4 per 1,000. This suggests that Aylsham’s local context, such as its proximity to rural areas and potential seasonal tourism activity, may not significantly amplify anti-social behaviour compared to national trends. However, criminal damage and arson emerged as a concerning outlier, rising sharply from one incident in May to six in June—a 500% increase. This surge, which exceeds the UK average by 31%, may be influenced by factors such as increased summer activity, the presence of unsecured properties, or targeted vandalism. The overall crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents, 37.8% below the UK average, reflects Aylsham’s relatively safe environment, though the seasonal context of June—marking the start of summer and longer daylight hours—may have introduced new dynamics. While tourism typically begins in coastal areas, Aylsham’s rural setting may see a different pattern, with local events or increased foot traffic in key areas contributing to crime shifts. The data also highlights a reduction in other theft, which fell by 60% to two incidents, due to improved security measures or community awareness initiatives. These patterns underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas experiencing spikes, such as criminal damage and arson, while maintaining the positive trajectory of lower violent crime rates.

June 2024 saw sharp increases in criminal damage and arson, which surged by 500% compared to the previous month, moving from one incident to six. This spike, though statistically significant, remains an outlier in an otherwise stable crime picture. Anti-social behaviour also rose by 42.9%, reflecting a shift in the crime mix toward public order issues. Violence and sexual offences remained 35% below the UK average, a consistent trend that may be influenced by Aylsham’s relatively low population density and community-focused policing strategies. Meanwhile, other theft decreased by 60%, indicating a potential reduction in targeted property crimes. These fluctuations highlight the importance of monitoring specific categories: for instance, residents should be aware of the increased risk of criminal damage and arson, which now exceeds the UK average by 31%. Such insights can inform local safety measures and community engagement efforts.

Aylsham’s crime rate remained stable in June 2024, matching the previous month’s figure of 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This consistency suggests no significant short-term fluctuations in crime patterns. Daily crime statistics show an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in local communities. When viewed through the lens of population, the monthly exposure of one crime for every 195 residents provides context for residents: over the course of the month, the likelihood of encountering a crime is relatively low. However, this aggregate measure does not capture the distribution of crime types or their concentration in specific areas, which requires deeper analysis. The stability in the crime rate also contrasts with broader UK trends, where the national average remains higher. This divergence may reflect Aylsham’s unique characteristics, such as its built-up area status within Broadland, which could influence local crime dynamics differently than larger urban or rural regions.