Horsford Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Horsford’s crime profile in April 2025 reveals a distinct balance between violent and property-related offences, shaped by the area’s character as a built-up district within Broadland. With a crime rate of 4.7 per 1,000 residents — 39% below the UK average of 7.7 — the area demonstrates a relatively low overall crime burden. The most significant portion of crimes (33.3%) falls under violence and sexual offences, followed by criminal damage and arson (18.5%) and other theft (14.8%). This mix suggests a community where interpersonal conflicts and property damage play a larger role than more severe violent crimes. The seasonal context of April, with its Easter-related activities and spring weather, likely contributes to increased outdoor presence, which may explain the prominence of crimes like anti-social behaviour (14.8%) and public order offences (3.7%). Violent crime rates in Horsford are 39% below the UK average, with 9 incidents reported compared to the national average of 2.6 per 1,000 for this category. This could reflect the area’s compact nature, where community cohesion and local policing may temper escalations. Meanwhile, criminal damage and arson exceed the UK average by 58%, a figure that may correlate with the presence of older infrastructure or seasonal factors like Easter-related disturbances. The data also shows shoplifting and public order crimes are significantly below UK levels, indicating effective retail security measures or a demographic profile less prone to such offences. This balance of crime types — prioritising violence and property damage over more severe categories — offers insight into Horsford’s social dynamics, suggesting a community where local tensions and minor disputes are more common than large-scale criminal activity.

April 2025 saw significant fluctuations in crime types, with criminal damage and arson surging by 150% (from 2 to 5 incidents) — the most substantial increase of any category. This jump, coupled with a 100% rise in burglary (from 0 to 2) and shoplifting (from 0 to 1), suggests a shift in criminal focus towards property-related offences. Conversely, violence and sexual offences declined by 40% (from 15 to 9), indicating a possible seasonal moderation in interpersonal conflicts or successful interventions by local authorities. The breakdown of crimes also reveals stark UK comparisons: while violence and sexual offences remain 39% below the national average, criminal damage and arson are 58% above, and anti-social behaviour is 47% below. These disparities highlight the area’s unique challenges, with property crime emerging as a growing concern. For residents, the 100% increase in burglary — a category typically associated with vulnerable homes — may warrant renewed attention to home security measures. The data also shows that shoplifting, a crime often linked to retail areas, is 70% below the UK average, possibly reflecting effective shop security or a demographic profile less inclined to such offences. This contrast between rising property crimes and falling violent crime underscores the need for targeted strategies addressing both community cohesion and property protection.

Horsford’s crime rate in April 2025 (4.7 per 1,000 residents) marks a 13% decline from the previous month’s rate of 5.4, reflecting a continued downward trend in overall crime. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 213 residents — a figure that, while low, highlights the visibility of crime in a small population. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per 30 days, translating to a local context where residents may perceive crime as sporadic rather than pervasive. When compared to the UK average, Horsford’s residents face a crime risk that is 39% lower, a statistic that could be attributed to the area’s compact size, community policing efforts, or demographic factors. However, the 1-in-213 resident figure also means that any incident, even a single burglary or act of vandalism, has a more pronounced impact on the local population. The previous month’s rate of 5.4 per 1,000 suggests a steady improvement in crime prevention, though the recent increases in criminal damage and arson raise questions about underlying vulnerabilities. For someone living in Horsford, the 13% monthly reduction in crime is a positive sign, but the 58% above-average rate for property damage-related crimes indicates that certain risks remain unaddressed. This contrast between overall safety and specific vulnerabilities underscores the importance of targeted measures to address property-related offences without compromising the area’s overall progress.