Broadland Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Broadland during December 2023 reveals a distinct profile shaped by local characteristics and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 50.7% of all reported incidents, followed by criminal damage and arson (10.4%) and anti-social behaviour (9.6%). This emphasis on violent crimes, which are 47% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000, contrasts with the relatively low prevalence of property crimes, which collectively make up 27% of the total. The seasonal context of December—marked by Christmas shopping, extended evenings, and the closure of many homes during the holidays—likely contributes to the types of crimes observed. The high proportion of violent offences may reflect the area's mix of urban and rural environments, where community interactions and social dynamics can influence crime patterns. In contrast, property crimes such as shoplifting and vehicle theft, which are typically associated with urban retail hubs or commuter zones, were lower than expected, possibly due to the seasonal slowdown in commercial activity. The absence of drug-related crimes, which were entirely below the UK average, further illustrates the area's unique characteristics, shaped by local policies or demographic factors. This crime mix, while significantly lower than the UK average overall, suggests a combination of local policing strategies, community engagement, and the seasonal rhythms of December.

December 2023 marked a 100% increase in robbery cases, rising from zero to one incident, a stark anomaly in the local crime profile. Public order offences also rose by 10.7%, potentially linked to the festive season's associated social dynamics. Conversely, shoplifting fell sharply by 45.2%, a decrease that may be attributed to holiday shopping patterns or targeted policing efforts. Vehicle crime declined by 25%, due to reduced vehicular movement during the Christmas period. The crime mix in December was heavily skewed toward violent crimes, which accounted for 50.7% of all incidents, significantly higher than property crimes at 27%. This imbalance, with violent offences 47% below the UK average, underscores a unique local context where community-focused policing may be mitigating more severe criminal activity. The absence of drug-related crimes, which were 100% below the UK average, further highlights the area's distinct crime profile.

Broadland's crime rate in December 2023 (2.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 15.7% decrease from the previous month's rate of 3.3 per 1,000, reflecting a downward trend in overall criminal activity. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 12 reported crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents within the local population. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 359 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime compared to the UK average. With a population of 138,157, Broadland's crime statistics are scaled to reflect the density and distribution of its population, ensuring that comparisons remain meaningful. The reduction in overall crime, coupled with the specific declines in shoplifting and vehicle crime, suggests a combination of seasonal factors and potential local interventions influencing the crime profile during December.