Taverham and Drayton Crime Rate November 2023 | Monthly Statistics

For a population of 15,307 residents, Taverham and Drayton recorded 27 crimes in November 2023, translating to a crime rate of 1.8 per 1,000 people. This figure is 76.0% below the UK average of 7.5 per 1,000, highlighting a stark contrast between this built-up area and national trends. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 15 incidents (55.6% of total crimes), followed by other theft (14.8%) and burglary (7.4%). These figures suggest a focus on interpersonal crime over property-related offences, which may partly explain the lower-than-average burglary and vehicle crime rates typically seen in urban centres. Seasonal factors likely influenced these patterns: with November bringing shorter evenings and the peak of Black Friday shopping, local retail areas may have experienced heightened scrutiny or proactive policing. Conversely, the low overall crime rate could reflect the area’s character as a small, low-density built-up area where community cohesion and limited commercial activity reduce opportunities for certain offences. The UK average for violence and sexual offences is 2.6 per 1,000, meaning this area’s rate is 61% below the national benchmark. This suggests a combination of effective local policing, demographic factors, or environmental design that limits violent crime opportunities. While direct causes, the absence of major urban infrastructure or high-traffic zones may contribute to this disparity.

November 2023 saw notable shifts in crime patterns compared to October. Other theft incidents doubled from 2 to 4, while public order offences and shoplifting both increased from zero to 2 and 1 respectively. These rises may be linked to seasonal events such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday, which often bring crowds to public spaces and retail areas. Conversely, anti-social behaviour decreased by 75% (from 4 to 1), and criminal damage and arson fell by 50% (from 4 to 2), potentially reflecting the impact of local initiatives or changes in community activity. The violent crime rate also dropped by 28.6%, from 21 to 15, though this remains significantly above the UK average for that category (2.6 per 1,000). Taverham and Drayton’s burglary rate (0.1 per 1,000) is 71% below the UK average (0.3 per 1,000), suggesting that property crime is not a major concern in this area. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp increase in public order offences—now at 2 incidents—which may indicate a need for heightened awareness in shared spaces during the festive season.

The crime rate in November 2023 (1.8 per 1,000) represents a 25.1% decrease from October’s rate of 2.4 per 1,000, marking a significant downward trend. On a daily basis, this equates to approximately 1 crime reported per day in Taverham and Drayton, a figure that may feel manageable for a community of 15,307 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 567 residents, a ratio that underscores the relatively low risk compared to national averages. When scaled to the local population, this means that the likelihood of any individual encountering crime is far below the UK average, where the equivalent figure would be around 1 in 133 residents. The area’s built-up nature within Broadland may contribute to this lower exposure, as smaller communities often have stronger social networks and more visible policing. However, the sharp increase in public order offences highlights that even low-crime areas are not immune to fluctuations tied to seasonal events. For context, the UK average for public order offences is 0.5 per 1,000, meaning Taverham and Drayton’s rate of 0.1 per 1,000 is 81% below that benchmark, suggesting that while the area is not entirely free of such issues, it remains an outlier in this category.