Taverham and Drayton Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Taverham and Drayton's overall crime rate in September 2025 stood at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, marking a 66.2% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This figure places the area firmly within the lower end of the national spectrum, consistent with its character as a built-up area within Broadland. The most prevalent crime types were violence and sexual offences (14 incidents, 36.8% of total), followed by bicycle theft (10.5%) and other theft (10.5%). The dominance of violent crime may reflect the area's demographic profile, including its proximity to educational institutions and the associated seasonal influx of students during the freshers' period. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft—now at 0.3 per 1,000, 329% above the UK average—suggests a localized vulnerability, potentially linked to the increased presence of cyclists during the academic term. This contrast with the significant drop in shoplifting (from four to two incidents) and anti-social behaviour (from six to three) may indicate a seasonal shift in criminal activity, with violent and property crimes dominating as nights lengthen and social events increase. The area's low crime rate overall, despite these fluctuations, aligns with its status as a relatively safe urban district, though the surge in specific categories necessitates targeted awareness.

September saw significant increases in three specific crime categories: other theft, drugs, and bicycle theft, all rising by 100% compared to August. This surge in bicycle theft, now at 0.3 per 1,000 residents, is 329% above the UK average for the same category, a stark contrast to the 84% below average for shoplifting, which dropped by 50% to two incidents. The rise in drug-related crimes, from zero to two reports, may reflect seasonal patterns linked to university freshers or late-night social activity. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and shoplifting both decreased by 50%, potentially due to heightened policing during the back-to-school period or shifts in community engagement. These fluctuations highlight the need for residents to remain alert to emerging trends, particularly in areas with high bicycle usage or late-night activity.

Taverham and Drayton's crime rate in September 2025 remained stable at 2.5 per 1,000 residents, matching the rate recorded in August. This consistency suggests no immediate spikes or dips in overall criminal activity, though localized shifts in crime types may still require attention. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one reported crime per day over the 30-day period, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance in specific areas. Monthly exposure reveals that one crime occurred for roughly every 403 residents, a statistic that contextualizes the scale of incidents relative to the population. Given the area's built-up nature within Broadland, this rate aligns with its character as a relatively low-crime urban district, though the rise in bicycle theft and drug-related incidents warrants closer scrutiny. The stability in the overall rate does not negate the significance of category-specific trends, which may reflect seasonal factors such as the return of students or changes in local activity patterns.