Taverham and Drayton Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Taverham and Drayton's July 2023 crime rate of 3.2 per 1,000 residents places it 61.4% below the UK average of 8.3 per 1,000. This built-up area within Broadland shows a distinct crime profile shaped by seasonal activity and local dynamics. Anti-social behaviour emerged as the most common category, accounting for 40.8% of total crimes (20 incidents), followed by violence and sexual offences (16 cases, 32.7%) and other theft (5 cases, 10.2%). These figures contrast with the UK averages for these categories, where anti-social behaviour is 8% lower, violence and sexual offences are 60% lower, and other theft is 55% lower. The summer months, with schools closed and tourism at its peak, likely contribute to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, which often escalates in densely populated areas during festivals and public events. The relatively low property crime rate compared to the UK suggests a combination of effective community policing and the area's compact nature, which may limit opportunities for burglary and vehicle crime. However, the seasonal context also raises questions about how temporary populations—such as festival attendees or seasonal workers—interact with local crime patterns. While the overall rate remains significantly below the national average, the breakdown illustrates a combination of local conditions and broader UK trends.

July 2023 saw sharp fluctuations in specific crime categories, with other theft surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 incidents) and vehicle crime and burglary each doubling (from 0 to 2 and 1 to 2, respectively). This increase in property-related offences may reflect heightened activity around local festivals or temporary events, which could create opportunities for opportunistic theft. Conversely, violence and sexual offences decreased by 23.8% (from 21 to 16 incidents), linked to the dispersal of transient populations or the effectiveness of targeted policing efforts during the summer. Anti-social behaviour, though still the most common category, remained 8% below the UK average, illustrating a consistent pattern of lower levels of disruptive conduct in this area compared to the national average. The data also highlights that public order offences were 68% below the UK average, a figure that may be attributable to the area's smaller size and the relative ease of managing disturbances in a more tightly knit community. For residents, the 400% rise in other theft is a notable concern, underscoring the need for vigilance during events that draw larger crowds.

The crime rate in Taverham and Drayton rose 19.4% from 2.7 per 1,000 in June to 3.2 per 1,000 in July, reflecting a shift in local dynamics over the summer months. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in July, a figure that provides context for residents assessing their personal risk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 312 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains significantly lower than the UK average. With a population of 15,307, the area's crime statistics must be interpreted through the lens of its unique characteristics: a built-up area within Broadland that likely combines residential density with limited commercial zones. The population-scaled perspective reveals that the risk of experiencing a crime remains comparatively low, though the sharp increase in other theft suggests localized vulnerabilities. This comparison also highlights the importance of distinguishing between absolute numbers and relative rates—while the total number of crimes (49) may seem low, the 19.4% month-on-month increase indicates a directional shift that warrants attention. The area's smaller size and potentially stronger community networks may contribute to its consistently lower crime rates, though the July data demonstrates that even low-rate environments can experience significant fluctuations.