Horsford Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Horsford, a built-up area within Broadland, reported a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 residents in March 2024—63.6% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This stark contrast with national figures underscores the area’s relative safety, though the crime profile here differs significantly from the UK average. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 68.8% of all reported incidents (11 cases), a rate of 1.9 per 1,000. This is 29% below the UK average for this category, suggesting local factors may mitigate violent crime risks. Vehicle crime, though small in number (2 incidents), rose sharply from zero in February, potentially linked to seasonal changes such as the transition to spring and longer evenings. Other theft and criminal damage both declined by 50.0%, which may reflect seasonal patterns or effective local interventions. The area’s low overall crime rate aligns with its character as a smaller, rural-influenced built-up area, where community cohesion and policing strategies may contribute to lower rates of property crime. However, the increase in violent offences raises questions about localized pressures, such as the impact of March’s changing light and social dynamics. The UK average for anti-social behaviour (1.2 per 1,000) is 83% higher than Horsford’s rate, suggesting that the area’s social environment may be less prone to such disturbances. These patterns are consistent with the broader seasonal context of March, where the shift from winter to spring may influence both criminal opportunities and community interactions. While Horsford’s crime rate remains far below the national average, the month’s data highlights the need for continued vigilance in addressing violent crime trends.

March 2024 saw a marked increase in violence and sexual offences, rising from six to 11 incidents—a surge of 83.3% compared to the previous month. This jump, while concerning, still places Horsford’s rate for this category 29% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. Vehicle crime also saw a dramatic doubling, with two incidents reported—up from zero in February. This increase may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the transition to spring and longer evenings, which could influence vehicle usage patterns. Conversely, criminal damage and arson fell by 50.0%, and other theft also decreased by 50.0%, suggesting a possible seasonal lull in property-related crimes. Anti-social behaviour, which rose from zero to one incident, highlights a specific area of concern for residents. These shifts in the crime mix—particularly the dominance of violent offences—contrast with the UK average, where property crimes often make up a larger share. Local residents may find the 83.3% increase in violence and sexual offences particularly noteworthy, as it represents the most significant change in the month’s crime profile.

Horsford's crime rate in March 2024 (2.8 per 1,000 residents) represents a 33.5% increase from the previous month's rate of 2.1 per 1,000. This rise, while notable, remains far below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, placing the area 63.6% below national levels. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately one reported crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in Horsford compared to other parts of the country. When scaled to the population of 5,745 residents, the monthly exposure translates to one reported crime for roughly every 359 residents. This statistic, though modest, highlights the sparse nature of crime in the area even as local rates show a slight upward trend. The shift in the crime mix—particularly the rise in violent offences—contrasts with the broader UK context, where violence and sexual offences account for a higher proportion of reported crimes. These differences may reflect local factors, such as the area's character as a built-up part of Broadland, where community dynamics and policing strategies could influence reporting patterns differently than in larger urban centres.