Horsford Crime Rate December 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For a built-up area with a population of 5,745, Horsford’s 18 reported crimes in December 2025 equate to a crime rate of 3.1 per 1,000 residents. This figure is 55.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000, placing the area in the lower quartile of crime rates nationally. The most common crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50% of all incidents (9 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (16.7%, 3 cases) and criminal damage and arson (16.7%, 3 cases). The seasonal context of December—characterized by Christmas shopping, extended dark evenings, and the potential for empty homes during the holidays—may partly explain the rise in violent crime. While the overall rate remains low, the shift toward violent offences contrasts with the previous month’s data, which saw no violent crimes. Horsford’s relatively sparse population and rural surroundings may contribute to its lower crime rates, though the sudden spike in December warrants further analysis. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning Horsford’s rate is 38% below the national benchmark. However, the possession of weapons category, though minimal (1 case), is 186% above the UK average, an anomaly that could reflect localized issues or data collection quirks. As a small, built-up area within Broadland, Horsford’s crime profile reflects a combination of seasonal pressures and the characteristics of its community, which may include a mix of residential and commercial properties.

December 2025 saw a dramatic rise in violence and sexual offences, with a 125% increase from November (4 to 9 incidents). This surge, coupled with a 100% rise in anti-social behaviour (from 0 to 3) and possession of weapons (from 0 to 1), indicates a notable shift in the crime profile. While overall violent crime rates remain 38% below the UK average, the spike in weapon-related incidents is 186% above the national benchmark, a stark outlier. The property crime category, though smaller (4 incidents), remains 62% below the UK average for other theft. These fluctuations contrast with the broader trend of Horsford’s crime rate being 55.7% below the UK average, suggesting localized factors may be influencing these specific categories. For residents, the increase in violent crime highlights the need for vigilance during the festive season.

In December 2025, Horsford’s crime rate rose to 3.1 per 1,000 residents, a 201% increase from November’s rate of 1.0 per 1,000. This jump, though significant, remains 55.7% below the UK average of 7.0 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day month, a figure that may seem low but reflects the small population of 5,745. When viewed monthly, the rate equates to one reported crime for every 319 residents, a statistic that highlights the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. While this monthly exposure is much lower than the UK average, the sudden increase from November suggests a potential shift in local dynamics. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that even with the rise, Horsford remains a comparatively safe area, though the jump warrants attention to understand its causes.