Brundall Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Brundall’s crime profile in November 2024 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property crimes, with violence accounting for 50% of all reported incidents. This contrasts sharply with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences typically make up around 34% of total crimes. The area’s overall crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents — 27.6% below the UK average — highlights a safer environment compared to national trends. Property crimes, at 32.1% of the total, are lower than the UK’s 38.5% average, suggesting a combination of local policing strategies and community factors that may reduce opportunities for theft. Seasonal influences appear to play a role: the rise in shoplifting (21.4% of total crimes) may be linked to Black Friday shopping, while public order offences (10.7%) could reflect the impact of dark evenings and Bonfire Night events. Violent crimes, though lower in proportion than the UK average, still dominate the local crime mix, pointing to a need for targeted interventions in high-risk areas or community engagement efforts. The area’s built-up nature within Broadland likely contributes to this dynamic, where concentrated populations and local amenities may intersect with crime patterns in unique ways.

November saw significant shifts in crime types, with public order offences surging by 200% (from 1 to 3 incidents) — a stark increase that may be tied to Bonfire Night events or heightened community tensions. Meanwhile, shoplifting decreased by 40% (from 10 to 6 cases), possibly reflecting a combination of seasonal retail activity and proactive policing. Violent crimes fell by 17.6% compared to the previous month, though they remain 9% above the UK average (2.8 per 1,000 vs 2.6 per 1,000). This discrepancy suggests local factors, such as the area’s built-up character, may contribute to higher violent crime rates. Conversely, other thefts and anti-social behaviour both declined — other theft by 100% (from 1 to 2 cases) and anti-social behaviour by 33.3% (from 3 to 2 cases), indicating potential success in addressing these issues through community initiatives. Theft from the person — which rose by 100% (from 0 to 1 case) — remains 5% below the UK average (0.2 per 1,000), highlighting a combination of local conditions and national trends. Residents may find the drop in shoplifting and anti-social behaviour reassuring, though the persistence of violent crime and public order challenges underscores the need for continued attention.

Brundall’s crime rate of 5.5 per 1,000 residents in November 2024 marks a 20.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 6.9 per 1,000, reflecting a steady improvement in local safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately one crime per day — a figure that, while low, must be contextualised within Brundall’s specific demographics. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 182 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. This monthly exposure rate is particularly noteworthy when compared to the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be significantly higher. The population context further clarifies these numbers: with 5,088 residents, Brundall’s small size likely contributes to both the visibility of crime and the potential for community-driven solutions. The decline from the previous month suggests that local efforts — whether through policing, community engagement, or seasonal adjustments — may be yielding positive outcomes. However, the persistence of violent crime and public order issues indicates that challenges remain, particularly as the area navigates the transition between seasonal events and quieter periods.