Brundall Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Brundall's crime rate in October 2023 stood at 4.1 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 48.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures highlights Brundall's status as a relatively safe built-up area within Broadland. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 52.4% of total incidents (11 cases), followed by other theft (14.3%) and anti-social behaviour (9.5%). These figures suggest a crime profile skewed toward interpersonal offences rather than property crimes, a pattern that diverges from the UK average where property-related incidents typically dominate. Seasonal factors may have influenced this mix: as clocks go back and evenings grow darker, the 120% increase in violent crimes compared to September could be linked to reduced visibility and the approach of Halloween, which often sees heightened community activity. However, the overall rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, a trend consistent with Brundall's characteristics as a small, built-up area within a rural district. The relatively low levels of anti-social behaviour (2.2 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.4 per 1,000) further support the notion of a tightly knit community where informal social control may mitigate certain types of disorder. While the surge in violent crimes raises questions about local safety, the broader context of Brundall's crime profile suggests that the area's low population density and strong community ties contribute to its lower-than-average rates.

October 2023 marked a stark shift in Brundall's crime profile, with violence and sexual offences surging by 120% from the previous month, rising from five to 11 incidents. This spike, while significant, still places the rate at 2.2 per 1,000 residents—19% below the UK average for this category. Other theft and other crime both saw 100% increases, with three and one incidents respectively, reflecting a notable uptick in property-related offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour dropped by 60%, falling from five to two incidents, a decline that may be attributed to seasonal factors or local initiatives. The balance of crime types also shifted: violent crimes now account for 52.4% of total incidents, compared to property crimes at 28.6%, highlighting a growing emphasis on personal safety concerns. This contrast with the UK average, where property crimes typically dominate, suggests unique local dynamics—possibly linked to Brundall's built-up area characteristics and seasonal events like Halloween.

Brundall's crime rate in October 2023 rose by 40.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.0 to 4.1 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though notable, still places the area 48.8% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. Daily crime statistics reveal that Brundall experienced roughly one reported crime per day in October, a figure that translates to a monthly exposure of one crime for every 242 residents. When scaled to the local population of 5,088, this suggests that the vast majority of residents are not directly affected by crime in any given month. The shift from September to October also reflects seasonal dynamics: shorter days and the approach of Halloween may influence patterns of public activity, though the overall rate remains significantly lower than national benchmarks. This contrast underscores Brundall's position as a relatively low-crime area within a broader context of higher national rates.