Fakenham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Fakenham's September 2024 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents places the built-up area in North Norfolk 31.2% below the UK average, a position that reflects both local characteristics and seasonal dynamics. The crime mix in September was dominated by shoplifting (30.2% of total crimes) and violence and sexual offences (30.2%), with both categories showing marked divergences from national trends. Shoplifting, at 1.6 per 1,000 residents, was 135% above the UK average, a figure that may be partially explained by the area's retail presence and the timing of the month, which coincides with back-to-school activities that could increase foot traffic in local shops. Violence and sexual offences, however, were 39% below the UK average, a pattern consistent with Fakenham's lower population density and the town's quieter, more residential character. Anti-social behaviour (14.0%) and public order offences (11.6%) also contributed significantly to the month's crime profile, though both were below UK averages by 40% and 7% respectively. The seasonal context of September—marked by the start of the academic year and the waning of summer evenings—may have influenced crime patterns, with opportunities for certain offences reduced as community activity shifted. This month's data illustrates a combination of local demographics, seasonal rhythms, and broader national crime trends, offering a snapshot of Fakenham's unique security profile.

September 2024 saw a sharp 150% increase in public order offences, rising from 2 to 5 incidents. This surge, while modest in absolute terms, represents a significant shift in the crime mix, with public order offences now contributing 11.6% of total crimes. Concurrently, drugs-related crimes doubled from 1 to 2, and theft from the person offences emerged for the first time in the month. These increases contrast with notable declines in criminal damage and arson (-83.3%), anti-social behaviour (-33.3%), and shoplifting (-58.1%). Shoplifting, though still 135% above the UK average, saw a dramatic reduction from 31 incidents in August to 13 in September. This drop may reflect seasonal factors, as the transition from summer to autumn could have altered retail activity patterns. Violence and sexual offences remained consistent at 13 incidents, though this figure is 39% below the UK average, underscoring Fakenham's lower-than-average violent crime profile.

Fakenham's September 2024 crime rate of 5.3 per 1,000 residents marked a 40.3% decline from the previous month's rate of 8.9 per 1,000. This reduction translates to one reported crime for every 188 residents over the course of the month, a figure significantly lower than the UK average. Daily crime statistics show a localised average of 1 crime per day in Fakenham, a rate that reflects the area's relatively low overall crime profile. When scaled to the town's population of 8,079, the monthly exposure of 1-in-188 residents highlights the rarity of crime in this built-up area within North Norfolk. This contrasts sharply with national trends, as Fakenham's overall rate is 31.2% below the UK average. The drop in crime appears consistent with seasonal patterns, as September typically sees a transition from summer activities to the quieter rhythm of autumn, potentially reducing opportunities for certain types of crime.