Broadland Crime Rate May 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broadland's crime rate in May 2025 stood at 3.3 per 1,000 residents, a figure that is 59.3% below the UK average of 8.1 per 1,000. This significant disparity underscores the area's position as one of the safest local authority districts in the country. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 47.9% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (11.0%) and criminal damage and arson (10.1%). The seasonal context of May, with its extended evenings and increased social activity, may have contributed to the prevalence of violent offences, though the rate remains lower than national averages. The area's crime profile also reveals a marked absence of certain categories typically associated with urban centres, such as theft from the person and bicycle theft, both of which were 100% below the UK average. This pattern suggests that Broadland's relatively low population density and strong community cohesion may play a role in mitigating specific types of crime. The overall reduction in crime compared to the UK average is consistent with the area's character as a largely rural district with limited urban hubs, where crime prevention efforts have likely been more effective in curbing incidents that are common in densely populated areas.

May 2025 saw notable reductions in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 35.1% compared to the previous month, likely reflecting the impact of increased community patrols and seasonal shifts in public activity. Vehicle crime also declined by 27.3%, potentially linked to shorter evenings and reduced opportunities for theft in car parks. However, burglary rates rose by 30.8%, with 17 incidents reported, marking a concerning trend that may partly explain the shift in crime mix towards property-related offences. Violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, contributing 47.9% of all crimes, but still 43% below the UK average. This balance between decreases in public order issues and increases in property crime highlights the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, which may be influenced by both seasonal factors and evolving policing strategies.

Broadland's crime rate in May 2025 dropped by 8.9% compared to the previous month, reflecting a sustained decline that positions the area as one of the safest in the UK. With 455 crimes reported across 31 days, the daily average of 15 crimes per day remains relatively low, underscoring the effectiveness of local policing strategies. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 304 residents, a figure that contextualises the monthly exposure in a way that highlights the area's comparative safety. This statistic, when scaled to Broadland's population of 138,157, suggests that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is significantly lower than in regions with higher rates. The shift from April's rate of 3.6 to May's 3.3 per 1,000 residents indicates a consistent trend of reduction, likely influenced by community engagement initiatives and targeted interventions that have maintained public confidence in local safety measures.