Aylsham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Aylsham, the crime rate in November 2024 translates to a 1-in-247 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month, a figure that, while not negligible, remains well below the UK average. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents places it 47.4% below the national average of 7.6, highlighting Aylsham’s relative safety compared to the broader UK context. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 50% of all reported incidents, a share that is 22% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour followed at 13.3%, significantly lower than the UK figure, and drugs-related crimes contributed 10%, though this category was 54% above the UK average. These statistics reflect a combination of local factors, including the area’s compact, residential nature, which may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. Seasonal influences also appear to play a role: November’s dark evenings and the timing of events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday may have contributed to the rise in shoplifting and violence. However, the overall trend suggests that Aylsham’s crime profile remains stable and manageable, with no indication of a major spike in activity. The balance between property and violent crimes also shifted slightly in November, with violent crimes comprising the majority of incidents, a trend that may be influenced by the area’s demographics and the seasonal calendar. These insights, when contextualised within the local environment, offer a nuanced understanding of how crime manifests in Aylsham, providing residents with a clearer picture of their everyday risk.

November 2024 saw significant shifts in Aylsham’s crime profile, with shoplifting incidents surging by 200% compared to the previous month, rising from one to three cases. This increase aligns with the timing of Black Friday, a period when retail areas often experience heightened activity and, consequently, higher rates of theft. Similarly, burglary and drug-related crimes each doubled from zero to one and zero to three cases, respectively. Violent crimes accounted for 50% of all reported incidents, a share that is 22% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 55% below the UK average, reflecting a trend that may be influenced by Aylsham’s quieter, more residential character. Meanwhile, public order offences fell by 50%, and criminal damage and arson decreased by 33.3%, possibly due to the shorter days and colder weather typical of November, which may reduce outdoor activity and associated disturbances.

Aylsham’s November 2024 crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents marks a 15.4% increase from the previous month’s rate of 3.5 per 1,000. This upward trend, though modest, reflects the dynamic nature of local crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day in November, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for ongoing vigilance. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 247 residents, a monthly exposure rate that situates Aylsham well below the UK average. This statistic, when contextualised against the local population of 7,424, highlights the relative safety of the area despite the month-on-month rise. The comparison to the UK average further illustrates Aylsham’s distinct position, with its overall crime rate remaining 47.4% below the national figure. These metrics collectively suggest that while the area is not immune to fluctuations, its crime profile remains markedly lower than the broader UK context, offering reassurance to residents.