Aylsham Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Aylsham's crime rate in March 2025 stood at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, placing it 51.3% below the UK average of 7.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast to national figures highlights the area's comparatively low levels of criminal activity, a trend consistent with its character as a small built-up area within a largely rural Broadland region. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 57.1% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (14.3%) and anti-social behaviour (14.3%). The seasonal transition to spring may have influenced these patterns, as lengthening evenings and the clocks changing could have altered community interactions and outdoor activity levels. Despite the rise in violent crime, Aylsham's rates for this category remain 19% below the UK average, a reflection of the area's lower population density and stronger community cohesion. The low overall crime rate, combined with the absence of significant month-on-month fluctuations, suggests a stable environment where crime is neither a frequent nor pervasive concern for residents. This stability, however, does not preclude the need for continued vigilance in addressing specific issues such as the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson, which may be linked to seasonal factors or local events.

March 2025 saw a sharp 300% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to four incidents. This jump, while significant, still places the category 12% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. Concurrently, violence and sexual offences rose by 33.3%, from 12 to 16 cases, yet remain 19% below the national average. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 50%, dropping from two to one incident—a notable decline. The shift in crime mix is striking: violent offences now dominate at 57.1% of total crimes, compared to property crimes at 25%. This contrasts with the UK average, where property crimes typically hold a larger share. A resident would find the 1-in-265 monthly exposure statistic particularly informative, illustrating the rarity of crime in daily life despite the rise in specific categories.

Aylsham's crime rate in March 2025 remained stable at 3.8 per 1,000 residents, matching the figure from February. This consistency suggests no significant short-term shifts in local crime dynamics. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day, reflecting a low but continuous level of criminal activity. When scaled to the population, this translates to one crime occurring for every 265 residents over the course of the month, a figure that underscores the area's relatively low exposure to crime compared to larger urban centres. With a population of 7,424, Aylsham's small size means that each resident is statistically less likely to encounter crime than someone in a more densely populated region. The local context—characterised by a mix of rural and built-up areas—likely contributes to this pattern, as smaller communities often report lower overall crime rates but may face unique challenges in specific categories, such as burglary.