Broadland Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Broadland’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a figure that places it firmly within the UK’s safest localities, with crime levels 58.9% below the national average of 7.3. This performance highlights the area’s consistent success in maintaining low crime levels, a trend that aligns with its suburban character and limited commercial zones. The crime profile for the month was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 43.9% of all reported crimes, a share that remains 49% below the UK average. This category’s prominence may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as the colder weather and reduced daylight hours associated with November, which can heighten interpersonal tensions and create conditions conducive to violent incidents. In contrast, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle theft remained significantly below national levels, with vehicle crime 75% below the UK average. This discrepancy suggests that the area’s infrastructure, including its suburban layout and minimal commercial activity, may act as a deterrent to certain types of crime. The data also reveals a notable reduction in anti-social behaviour, which fell by 42.9% compared to the previous month, reflecting the effectiveness of local community engagement strategies. However, the spike in possession of weapons—up 150%—raises questions about the underlying factors driving this increase, such as the impact of Bonfire Night events or other seasonal gatherings. These findings underscore the combination of environmental factors, community initiatives, and seasonal rhythms in shaping the area’s crime profile.

November 2025 saw notable shifts in Broadland’s crime profile, with possession of weapons increasing by 150% (2 to 5 incidents) and robbery and bicycle theft each doubling from zero to one. These spikes may be linked to the darker evenings of late November, which can obscure visibility and create opportunities for opportunistic crimes. Conversely, anti-social behaviour fell by 42.9% (63 to 36), and burglary dropped by 41.7% (12 to 7), suggesting that community-focused initiatives or seasonal factors may have contributed to these declines. Violence and sexual offences, which made up 43.9% of all crimes, remained 49% below the UK average of 2.6 per 1,000. This category’s share of total crimes has grown slightly compared to previous months, reflecting the impact of Bonfire Night events, which often see increased social interactions and potential conflicts. Meanwhile, vehicle crime fell 75% below the UK average, aligning with the area’s relatively low levels of car-related theft, which may be attributable to its suburban layout and limited commercial zones. The data also reveals a stark contrast between property crimes and violent crimes, with the latter dominating the crime mix, a pattern consistent with areas experiencing higher levels of interpersonal conflict during colder months.

Broadland’s crime rate in November 2025 stood at 3.0 per 1,000 residents, a 16.1% decline from the previous month’s rate of 3.6. This drop places the area firmly within the UK’s safest localities, with crime levels 58.9% below the national average of 7.3. On a daily basis, 14 crimes were recorded across the 30-day period, a figure that reflects the area’s relatively low exposure to criminal activity despite its population of 138,157. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 331 residents, a statistic that underscores the effectiveness of local policing strategies in maintaining safety. The population scale of Broadland means that even modest crime rates translate to significant absolute numbers, yet the consistent decline in recent months suggests a growing alignment between community initiatives and crime prevention efforts. This rate, while modest, requires contextualisation: the area’s suburban layout and limited commercial zones may contribute to lower vehicle crime, which is 75% below the UK average. However, the rise in possession of weapons and bicycle theft highlights vulnerabilities in specific micro-environments, such as public spaces during peak hours or areas with high foot traffic. The data also reveals a stark contrast between property crimes and violent crimes, with the latter dominating the crime mix, a pattern consistent with areas experiencing higher levels of interpersonal conflict during colder months.