Broadland Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Broadland’s crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 in November 2024 places it 59.2% below the UK average of 7.6 per 1,000, highlighting a stark contrast to national trends. This local authority district, which likely includes a mix of urban and rural areas given its moderate crime rate, saw violence and sexual offences dominate the crime picture, accounting for 51.5% of all incidents. These violent crimes occurred at a rate of 1.6 per 1,000, 38% below the UK average, suggesting a lower prevalence of interpersonal conflict compared to the national landscape. Anti-social behaviour (11.1% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (7.7%) followed, both significantly below their respective UK averages. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—may partly explain the persistence of violence and property-related crimes, though the overall low rate suggests effective community policing or demographic factors. The absence of major spikes in vehicle crime or theft from the person, which are typically linked to festive shopping, indicates a possible reduction in opportunistic crimes during this period. These patterns align with Broadland’s character as an area where community cohesion or targeted interventions may contribute to sustained low crime levels, even amid seasonal pressures.

November 2024 saw notable shifts in crime trends, with Other crime increasing by 46.2% (13 → 19) and drugs-related offences rising by 25% (8 → 10), suggesting emerging pressures or unmet needs in the community. Conversely, vehicle crime fell sharply by 57.1% (7 → 3), possibly reflecting reduced traffic during the holiday season or improved security measures at parking areas. Theft from the person also declined by 50% (2 → 1), a decrease consistent with lower foot traffic in retail zones during November. The crime mix remains heavily skewed toward violent offences, with violence and sexual offences comprising 51.5% of all crimes—far above their share in the UK, where such crimes account for 38% of the total. This divergence may reflect local factors, such as the presence of high-traffic public spaces or unmet mental health support. Meanwhile, categories like possession of weapons (100% below UK average) and burglary (68% below) indicate a strong absence of more severe crimes typically associated with urban centres. For residents, the 46.2% rise in Other crime—though still low in absolute terms—warrants attention, as it may signal unaddressed issues in specific neighbourhoods.

Broadland’s crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 in November 2024 represents a 9.0% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 3.4 per 1,000, reinforcing a downward trend in local crime. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 14 crimes per day, a figure that, while relatively low, still reflects the presence of persistent issues such as violence and anti-social behaviour. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 321 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is significantly lower than the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be closer to 1-in-130 residents. With a population of 138,157, Broadland’s low crime rate translates to a safer environment for its residents compared to the national average, though this must be balanced against the higher proportion of violent crimes in the local picture. The comparison to the UK also highlights the importance of local factors, such as the area’s demographic composition or policing strategies, in maintaining lower crime levels. For example, the absence of major spikes in theft from the person or vehicle crime suggests that Broadland may have fewer high-traffic commercial zones or better-targeted security measures than other parts of the country. These figures collectively illustrate a district where crime is not only less frequent but also focused on violent rather than property-related offences, a pattern that may reflect broader social dynamics or policing priorities.