Broadland Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broadland's May 2024 crime rate of 3.7 per 1,000 residents places it 56% below the UK average of 8.4, a position that has remained consistent despite an 11.1% monthly increase from April. The area's crime profile shows a clear dominance of violent crimes — specifically violence and sexual offences, which account for 36.7% of all reported incidents. This category, though common in Broadland, is 51% below the UK average, suggesting either effective local interventions or demographic factors that reduce the prevalence of such crimes. Anti-social behaviour follows closely at 16.2%, a figure that is 59% below the UK average and may reflect the area's relatively stable community dynamics. Seasonal factors in May, including longer evenings and increased outdoor socialising, likely contribute to the higher proportion of violent and public order crimes compared to property-related offences. The overall picture illustrates a community that, despite its modest size and urban characteristics, maintains a crime rate significantly lower than national benchmarks, though recent trends indicate a need for sustained vigilance.

May 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+262.5%) and possession of weapons (+175%), raising questions about their underlying causes. These jumps occurred alongside a 50% reduction in robbery, a category that had previously been a concern for local residents. The breakdown reveals that violence and sexual offences, at 36.7% of total crimes, remain the most common category but are 51% below the UK average. Shoplifting — typically a seasonal concern — fell to 6.8% of total crimes, a drop that may reflect the success of recent retail security measures. The 100% increase in theft from the person, though small in absolute terms, suggests a need for continued vigilance in crowded areas. These fluctuations illustrate how crime patterns can shift rapidly, even in an area that remains significantly safer than the UK average.

Broadland's crime rate in May 2024 rose 11.1% from 3.3 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents compared to April, reflecting a slight upward trend. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area's consistent position well below the UK average. On a daily basis, 17 crimes were reported in May — a figure that, while low in absolute terms, underscores the ongoing presence of criminal activity in a community of 138,157 people. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 269 residents, a statistic that may partly explain local concerns about safety in public spaces. The population context reveals that Broadland's lower crime rate compared to the UK average is sustained despite this month's increase, suggesting systemic factors — such as community engagement or policing strategies — are likely contributing to the overall disparity. However, the rise in vehicle crime and weapons possession highlights areas requiring closer attention.