Broadland Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broadland’s crime rate in April 2024 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, 57.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This stark contrast underscores the district’s relatively low crime environment, a trend that has persisted despite seasonal fluctuations. Violence and sexual offences accounted for the largest share of reported crimes (40.1%), though this category remains 49% below the UK average. Anti-social behaviour (12.6%) and criminal damage and arson (10.6%) followed as the next most common categories, both significantly lower than national benchmarks. The seasonal context of April—marked by Easter celebrations and milder spring weather—likely influenced crime patterns, with increased outdoor activity potentially contributing to rises in bicycle theft and robbery. However, the overall stability in crime rates suggests that local factors, such as community policing or socioeconomic conditions, may be playing a role in maintaining this low-risk profile. The data also highlights the need to monitor spikes in specific categories, such as the 300% increase in bicycle theft, which could signal emerging trends that require further attention.

April 2024 saw a 300% increase in bicycle theft, with incidents rising from 1 to 4. This sharp rise may reflect increased outdoor activity during spring or changes in local cycling patterns. Robbery also doubled, from 1 to 2 incidents, though this remains a rare occurrence given the overall low crime rate. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 32%, declining from 50 to 34 cases—a reduction that could indicate effective policing or seasonal retail dynamics. The category of violence and sexual offences dropped by 15.9%, from 220 to 185, a decrease that aligns with broader UK trends during the Easter period. Broadland’s rate for bicycle theft is 100% below the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, underscoring the district’s comparatively low risk in this category. These shifts highlight the combination of seasonal activity and local crime trends.

Broadland's crime rate in April 2024 remained stable at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, unchanged from March 2024. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime patterns despite seasonal changes. On a daily basis, 15 crimes were reported across the district, averaging roughly one incident for every 300 residents over the course of the month. While this figure is locally specific, it provides a tangible sense of the scale of crime in the area. The population context further illustrates that Broadland's crime profile remains significantly lower than the UK average, with the 57.1% deficit reinforcing the district’s position as a relatively safe place to live. The stability in crime rates contrasts with broader UK trends, where seasonal fluctuations often lead to sharper variations. Local factors, such as community engagement initiatives or stable economic conditions, may contribute to this consistency, though no direct evidence is available to confirm these links.