Horsford Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horsford’s crime rate in August 2024 was 3.7 per 1,000 residents, 54.9% below the UK average of 8.2. This figure places the area among the safest in the country, though the breakdown of crime types reveals a complex picture. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 38.1% of all crimes, with 8 incidents reported—still 48% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour followed at 19.1%, and criminal damage and arson contributed 14.3%, both significantly below national rates. The most striking anomaly, however, was the possession of weapons, which occurred at 0.4 per 1,000—471% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This stark deviation from the norm suggests a local dynamic that remains unexplained by the data. August, as a peak holiday month, may have influenced patterns, with tourism potentially increasing the risk of burglary in empty homes. However, the overall low crime rate indicates that Horsford’s built-up area within Broadland maintains a strong safety record, even amid seasonal fluctuations. The dominance of violent crimes over property crimes also contrasts with many UK areas, where property crime typically dominates. This could reflect Horsford’s unique demographics, such as a smaller, more tightly knit community where interpersonal disputes are more likely to escalate. The seasonal context of August—marked by holidays, festivals, and increased visitor numbers—may have contributed to the rise in certain categories, though the overall trajectory remains firmly below national averages.

August 2024 saw a 200% increase in criminal damage and arson, rising from one to three incidents. Other theft and shoplifting each doubled from zero to one case, marking a significant shift in the crime mix. While violent crimes (8) and anti-social behaviour (4) remained the most common categories, possession of weapons (2) stood out as 471% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This discrepancy suggests a local factor contributing to the category’s prominence, though no specific cause is identified in the data. The rise in property-related crimes, particularly shoplifting, may reflect August’s peak holiday season, when empty homes and increased foot traffic could create opportunities for offenders. Residents may find the 31.2% month-on-month increase in overall crime rate a useful indicator of seasonal trends, even as the area’s overall rate remains well below national levels.

Horsford’s crime rate in August 2024 rose 31.2% compared to July, from 2.8 to 3.7 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is notable, the area remains 54.9% below the UK average of 8.2 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly one crime per day in August, a figure that reflects the low overall volume. When scaled to the population of 5,745, this means that over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 274 residents. This monthly exposure rate is significantly lower than the UK average, which would likely be in the range of one crime per 100 residents. The population-scaled perspective highlights Horsford’s relative safety, even as the month-on-month increase suggests a need for continued monitoring. Local factors, such as seasonal tourism patterns, may contribute to fluctuations in crime rates, though the overall trend remains well below national benchmarks.