Brundall Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

December 2025 presented a mixed picture for Brundall's crime profile, with a total of 26 reported crimes across a population of 5,088, translating to a crime rate of 5.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 27.1% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, positioning Brundall as one of the safer built-up areas in the country. The most common crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 23.1% of all incidents (6 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (19.2%) and shoplifting (19.2%). The seasonal context of December—characterised by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the closure of some homes for holidays—likely influenced these patterns. For instance, the relatively low rate of violence and sexual offences (1.2 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (2.6 per 1,000) may be attributed to reduced public spaces and shorter daylight hours, which can deter certain types of crime. However, the significant increase in shoplifting during the month, rising from 2 to 5 incidents, highlights the tension between seasonal retail activity and the potential for opportunistic theft. This category's rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 75% above the UK average, suggesting that Brundall's retail environment, possibly concentrated in specific areas, may create unique vulnerabilities during peak shopping periods. The data also reveals that anti-social behaviour, while not excessively high, is 8% above the UK average, indicating that local social dynamics may contribute to this trend. The overall balance between property and violent crime remains skewed toward property-related offences, with 12 property crimes recorded compared to 6 violent crimes. This may reflect the area's characteristics as a built-up part of Broadland, where retail and commercial activity could drive property crime rates. While the overall crime rate remains low, the spikes in specific categories underscore the need for targeted local measures to address emerging trends.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift was shoplifting, which rose by 150% from 2 to 5 incidents, marking the largest increase in any category. This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in 'other crime' (from 0 to 1), contrasts sharply with a 45.5% drop in violence and sexual offences, which fell from 11 to 6. While shoplifting's rate (1.0 per 1,000) is 75% above the UK average, anti-social behaviour (1.0 per 1,000) is only 8% above the national benchmark, suggesting localised pressures in social conduct. The decline in violent crime may reflect the impact of shorter evenings and reduced public gatherings during December. For residents, the spike in shoplifting highlights the need for vigilance in retail areas, particularly around Christmas, when foot traffic and potential opportunities for theft increase.

Brundall's crime rate in December 2025 (5.1 per 1,000 residents) marks a 3.8% decline from the previous month's 5.3 per 1,000, reflecting a slight but consistent trend toward lower crime levels. Over the 31 days of December, the area recorded an average of one reported crime per day, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during peak retail periods. Monthly exposure data reveals that one crime occurred for roughly every 196 residents, a rate that contextualises the impact of crime on the local population. This is lower than the UK average, yet the distribution of crime types reveals specific local dynamics. For instance, shoplifting's 75% above the UK average suggests a unique pressure point tied to Brundall's retail environment, possibly influenced by seasonal shopping patterns. The daily crime count, while minimal, serves as a reminder that even low levels can have significant local impacts, particularly during holidays when foot traffic and retail activity fluctuate.