Aylsham Crime Rate July 2025 | Monthly Statistics

July 2025 saw Aylsham’s crime profile defined by a clear imbalance between property and violent crime, with property offences accounting for 40.9% of all reported crimes compared to 22.7% for violent crimes. This contrast may partly explain the area’s overall crime rate of 3.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 65.1% below the UK average of 8.6. The most common crime category was anti-social behaviour (22.7% of total), followed closely by violence and sexual offences (22.7%). Both categories were significantly below UK averages, with anti-social behaviour 55% below and violent crime 77% below. This pattern aligns with Aylsham’s character as a largely rural built-up area within Broadland, where low population density and limited urban infrastructure may reduce opportunities for violent crime while still permitting property-related offences. Seasonal factors likely contributed to this balance, as July is peak summer in the region—schools are out, tourism is high, and festivals and outdoor events draw crowds to local venues. These conditions may increase exposure to anti-social behaviour and shoplifting, particularly around retail areas, while the absence of large-scale urban centres likely limits the scope for more frequent violent incidents. The data also shows shoplifting and other thefts remained below UK averages, suggesting that local efforts to deter theft through community engagement or policing may be effective. However, the prominence of anti-social behaviour raises questions about how community cohesion and enforcement priorities might shape crime trends in the coming months.

July 2025 marked a significant shift in Aylsham’s crime mix, with property crimes outpacing violent offences for the first time in recent months. Other thefts rose by 100% compared to June, jumping from zero to three incidents, while possession of weapons also increased sharply from zero to one. These spikes may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the influx of visitors during summer festivals or the increased use of personal items in outdoor events. Conversely, public order offences dropped by 83.3% (from six to one), likely due to targeted policing during peak tourist periods or the absence of large gatherings in July. The balance between property and violent crime also highlights a broader trend: Aylsham’s violent crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 77% below the UK average, while property crime rates (1.1 per 1,000) remain 38% below the UK average for shoplifting and 27% below for other thefts. This suggests that while the area’s overall safety is strong, property crimes remain a more persistent concern than violent ones. For residents, the 100% increase in other thefts is a concrete data point to consider, particularly for those storing valuables in public spaces or attending local events where unattended items may be at risk.

Aylsham’s crime rate in July 2025 (3.0 per 1,000 residents) marked a 26.7% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 4.0 per 1,000, reflecting a continued downward trend. This decline places the area’s monthly exposure at one reported crime for every 337 residents—a figure that contextualises the low-level nature of crime in a small built-up area. On a daily basis, Aylsham experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a rate that is lower than the UK average when scaled to similar population sizes. The population-scaled perspective is critical here: with 7,424 residents, the area’s crime statistics illustrate a level of safety that is rare in the UK. For instance, Aylsham’s violent crime rate (0.7 per 1,000) is 77% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour (0.7 per 1,000) is 55% below. These figures highlight the area’s ability to maintain low crime rates despite seasonal pressures such as tourism and festivals. The comparison with the previous month also underscores a broader stability in Aylsham’s crime profile, with most categories either remaining flat or showing modest changes. This consistency suggests that local policing strategies, community engagement, and the area’s geographic characteristics—such as its rural setting and limited urban density—are likely playing a role in sustaining these low rates.