Broadland Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominate Broadland’s crime profile in February 2024, accounting for 50.7% of all reported crimes. This category, with 221 incidents (1.6 per 1,000 residents), is 36% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. The local authority district’s crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents is 54.9% below the UK average of 7.1, reflecting a broader trend of lower violent crime relative to national benchmarks. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson follow as the next most common offences, though both remain significantly below UK rates. Seasonal factors may play a role, as February’s low outdoor activity and pre-spring lull could reduce opportunities for property crime while concentrating incidents in public spaces. The area’s relatively low overall crime rate suggests a combination of effective policing, community initiatives, or demographic characteristics that limit violent crime compared to similar urban centres. However, the dominance of violent offences highlights the need for targeted interventions in high-risk environments, such as nightlife areas or densely populated residential zones. The data also shows a marked contrast with the UK average for theft from the person, which is 100% below the national rate, indicating strong local measures to prevent such crimes.

February 2024 saw a 9.4% increase in violence and sexual offences compared to January, rising from 202 to 221 incidents. This uptick, though still below UK averages, underscores persistent challenges in addressing violent crime. Theft from the person surged by 200%, jumping from one reported incident to three, a shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or specific incidents. Conversely, vehicle crime plummeted by 66.7% (from nine to three), possibly linked to reduced outdoor activity during winter. Public order offences also rose by 20%, reaching 24 incidents, which may be attributed to increased social gatherings or events during the month. Broadland’s violent crime rate remains 36% below the UK average, while anti-social behaviour is 71% below the national figure. These disparities suggest that local factors—such as community engagement, policing strategies, or socioeconomic conditions—may be contributing to the area’s lower-than-average violent crime levels. Residents may find the sharp drop in vehicle crime particularly noteworthy, as it could indicate effective measures to secure parking areas or reduce opportunities for such offences.

Broadland’s crime rate in February 2024 fell to 3.2 per 1,000 residents, a 4.8% decrease from January’s 3.3 rate. This decline aligns with the broader trend of lower crime in the area compared to the UK average. On a daily basis, Broadland experienced approximately 15 crimes per day in February, a figure that contextualises the local crime burden for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 317 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 138,157, Broadland’s crime statistics suggest a relatively safe environment, though the dominance of violent offences indicates areas for improvement. The local rate of violence and sexual offences (1.6 per 1,000) is lower than the UK average of 2.5, which may reflect a combination of community policing efforts, demographic factors, or the area’s character as a low-density or suburban district. While the overall crime rate is down, the increase in public order offences and theft from the person highlights the need for targeted strategies to address emerging trends. These figures provide a clear benchmark for residents to understand their local crime context compared to national averages.