Brundall Crime Rate March 2025 | Monthly Statistics

March 2025 in Brundall revealed a stark contrast in crime patterns, with burglary rates 329% above the UK average at 1.2 per 1,000 residents. This anomaly stands out against an overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000, which is 37.2% below the UK average, underscoring the area’s generally low crime profile. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (24% of total), followed by burglary (24%) and anti-social behaviour (20%). These figures align with Brundall’s status as a built-up area within Broadland, where limited commercial density and a relatively small population may contribute to lower overall crime rates. Seasonal factors in March—such as the transition to spring and longer evenings—may have influenced patterns, though the sharp rise in burglary remains unexplained by the data. The low rate of shoplifting (0.2 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000) further reinforce the area’s distinct crime picture, which diverges significantly from UK averages in key categories. This suggests a combination of local characteristics, such as strong community cohesion or effective policing, that may mitigate certain types of crime while leaving others, like burglary, high.

March 2025 saw a 150% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 2 to 5 incidents—a significant shift in the crime mix. Public order offences also doubled, while vehicle crime rose by 100% to 1 incident. These increases contrast sharply with an 80% drop in shoplifting, which fell from 5 to 1. Violence and sexual offences decreased by 14.3%, though burglary remained a striking outlier, 329% above the UK average at 1.2 per 1,000. This divergence highlights a combination of local factors, with property crime dominating despite the area’s generally low crime profile. Residents may find the shoplifting decline particularly notable, as it suggests a potential reduction in retail-related incidents during the month.

Brundall's crime rate in March 2025 rose 56.4% compared to February, climbing from 3.1 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the daily crime count remains low at just 1 incident per day across 31 days. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 204 residents—a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. This aligns with Brundall's character as a built-up area within Broadland, where relatively low population density and limited commercial activity may contribute to the overall low crime profile. The rise from February, however, suggests a shift in local dynamics, possibly linked to seasonal transitions or changes in community activity patterns as the month progressed.