Horsford Crime Rate July 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of Horsford in July 2024 reveals a striking dominance of violent crimes over property offences, a pattern that may reflect the seasonal dynamics of the area. With 7 violent crimes reported—accounting for 43.8% of the total 16 incidents—the local tally starkly contrasts with the 3 property crimes recorded. This imbalance is consistent with summer months in built-up areas, where increased social activity and public gatherings may heighten the visibility of violent incidents. The overall crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents places Horsford 66.7% below the UK average of 8.4 per 1,000, a gap that underscores the area's relatively low crime environment. Violence and sexual offences, the most common category, were 58% below the UK average at 1.2 per 1,000 residents, a figure that may be partly explained by the area's character as a built-up part of Broadland with potential for community-focused policing. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, was 52% below the UK average, suggesting that local initiatives or environmental factors may be contributing to this trend. The seasonal context of July—peak summer, schools out, and a tourism surge—likely plays a role in shaping these patterns, though the exact relationship between these factors and the crime mix remains speculative. The low rate of vehicle crime, at 0.2 per 1,000 residents (57% below the UK average), further reinforces the idea that Horsford's built-up nature may not be conducive to certain types of property crime typically associated with commuter areas or high-traffic zones.

July 2024 saw a marked shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 43.8% of all reported incidents—double the share of property crimes. This imbalance, while not unusual for summer months, contrasts with the broader UK trend where violent crimes typically form a smaller proportion of total crime. Possession of weapons rose by 100% from zero to one incident, a spike that may reflect increased monitoring during festivals or public events. Conversely, public order offences fell by 75% compared to June, possibly linked to improved community policing during the summer tourist season. The area's violent crime rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents was 58% below the UK average, a gap that highlights Horsford's relative safety in this category despite the local increase. Residents may find the low rate of vehicle crime—0.2 per 1,000—particularly reassuring, as this category was 57% below the UK average.

Horsford's crime rate in July 2024 fell to 2.8 per 1,000 residents, a 27.2% drop from the previous month's 3.8 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the summer season's typical patterns, where heightened community engagement and tourism may contribute to reduced opportunities for crime. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly one crime reported per day in July, reflecting a low but consistent level of activity. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 359 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively low risk profile of Horsford compared to the UK average. When contextualised against the local population of 5,745, this monthly exposure rate suggests that most residents are unlikely to experience crime directly, though the presence of specific offences such as weapon possession warrants attention. The contrast between Horsford's figures and the UK average highlights the area's unique characteristics, likely shaped by its built-up nature within Broadland and the seasonal rhythms of the region.