Broadland Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Broadland’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 47.3% of all reported incidents. This category, at 1.5 per 1,000 residents, remained 36% below the UK average of 2.4 per 1,000, illustrating the area’s ongoing success in mitigating interpersonal crime despite the winter season. The broader crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 for Broadland was 52.2% below the UK’s 6.7 per 1,000, a gap that persisted across nearly all categories, from anti-social behaviour (59% below UK average) to shoplifting (84% below). This stark contrast to national trends suggests that Broadland’s relatively low population density, combined with strong community policing efforts, may contribute to its safer environment. Seasonal factors played a role, with low outdoor activity in February likely reducing opportunities for crimes such as vehicle theft and public order offences. However, the dominance of violent crime highlights the need for continued focus on addressing root causes, such as social isolation or economic pressures, which may affect certain demographics. The area’s overall crime picture, while improving compared to previous months, remains a reminder that even in safer communities, targeted interventions are necessary to address persistent issues like domestic violence and sexual offences.

February saw a notable 140% increase in burglary cases, rising from 10 to 24 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, highlights a shift in property crime trends. Meanwhile, drug-related offences nearly tripled, with a 150% rise from 4 to 10 cases, suggesting potential pressure points in specific areas. Conversely, vehicle crime halved, and bicycle theft plummeted by 80%, likely reflecting seasonal patterns as outdoor activity decreases in winter. Violence and sexual offences remained the dominant category, at 1.5 per 1,000, 36% below the UK average, indicating a persistent focus on addressing interpersonal crime. The sharp 200% increase in possession of weapons, from 2 to 6 cases, warrants scrutiny, though can be confirmed without further investigation. These shifts underscore the need for targeted interventions in areas where property crime is rising, even as broader safety metrics remain favourable compared to national standards.

Broadland's crime rate in February 2025 rose 16.8% from 2.7 to 3.2 per 1,000 residents compared to January, reflecting a seasonal shift as winter wanes. This increase, though modest, contrasts with the area’s consistent performance relative to the UK average. Daily crime counts averaged 16 incidents per day in February, a figure that, while lower than the UK’s typical daily rate, remains a tangible reminder of local safety challenges. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 313 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in Broadland. With a population of 138,157, this statistic places the area in a unique position compared to larger urban centres, where crime density is typically higher. The rise in burglary and drug-related incidents may suggest emerging pressures in specific neighbourhoods, though without additional data, it is difficult to pinpoint exact causes. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Broadland’s crime profile remains markedly safer than the UK average, with rates across most categories significantly below national benchmarks.