Horsford Crime Rate January 2025 | Monthly Statistics

The most striking anomaly in Horsford's January 2025 crime data was the 100% increase in Other theft and Anti-social behaviour, both of which recorded their first incident in the month. Despite these spikes, the area's overall crime rate of 1.2 per 1,000 residents remains 83.1% below the UK average of 7.1 per 1,000, a figure that positions Horsford as one of the safest built-up areas in Broadland. The breakdown reveals an unusual distribution of crime types, with each of the seven recorded incidents contributing 14.3% to the total—uncommon in areas where a small number of categories typically dominate. This even distribution may reflect the low population density and the absence of concentrated commercial or residential hubs that often drive specific crime types. Seasonal factors likely played a role in the overall decline, as January typically sees reduced foot traffic and retail activity following the Christmas period, which may lower opportunities for theft and public order offences. However, the increase in Other theft and Anti-social behaviour suggests that local dynamics, such as changes in community engagement or seasonal events, could have influenced these categories. The area's consistently low crime rate, particularly in violent crimes—0.2 per 1,000 compared to the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000—highlights the effectiveness of local policing and community initiatives in maintaining safety. This is further supported by the fact that all major crime categories in Horsford are below the UK average, indicating a broader trend of security that extends beyond individual incidents. The built-up nature of Horsford, combined with its proximity to rural areas, may contribute to this trend, as the town's infrastructure and community cohesion may deter criminal activity. Additionally, the lack of major commercial hubs or high-density housing developments reduces opportunities for certain types of crime, further explaining the area's security.

January 2025 saw two crime types surge by 100% compared to December: Other theft and Anti-social behaviour, both rising from 0 to 1 incident. This spike contrasts with sharp declines in Public order, Vehicle crime, and Violence and sexual offences, which fell by 50% each. The area's overall crime rate remains 83.1% below the UK average, with Horsford's Violent Crimes rate at 0.2 per 1,000—92% below the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000. Anti-social behaviour in Horsford is 80% below the UK average, suggesting local factors may suppress such incidents despite the recent increase. Residents may find the 100% jump in Other theft particularly noteworthy, as it represents the first recorded instance of this category in the past month, though the absolute number remains extremely low. The even distribution of crime types—each contributing 14.3% to the total—contrasts with areas where a few categories dominate, indicating a unique local dynamic. This pattern may reflect the small population size and the absence of concentrated high-risk zones, which are more common in larger urban centres.

Horsford's crime rate in January 2025 fell to 1.2 per 1,000 residents, a 36.1% decrease from December 2024's 1.9 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the post-holiday seasonal pattern, where reduced retail activity and shorter daylight hours typically correlate with lower crime rates. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 821 residents, reflecting the area's consistently low crime profile. Daily crime context shows an average of 0 crimes per day in Horsford, a figure that underscores the rarity of incidents in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 5,745, the monthly exposure of 1-in-821 residents highlights how infrequent crime is in Horsford compared to the UK average, where residents face significantly higher exposure rates. This stark contrast reinforces Horsford's position as a secure area within Broadland, where crime remains an outlier in national statistics. The built-up nature of Horsford, combined with its proximity to rural areas, likely contributes to its low crime rate, as the town's infrastructure and community cohesion may deter criminal activity. Additionally, the lack of major commercial hubs or high-density housing developments reduces opportunities for certain types of crime, further explaining the area's security.