North Norfolk Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

North Norfolk's crime rate in October 2025 stood at 4.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure that remains 42.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This performance underscores the area's consistently lower crime profile compared to the national average, a trend that has persisted across multiple years. The most prevalent crime category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 53.9% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour at 11.7% and criminal damage and arson at 8.8%. These figures align with the area's rural character, where community-focused policing and low population density may contribute to the lower incidence of property crimes. Seasonal factors in October—such as darker evenings and Halloween—may have influenced patterns of violent crime, though the overall rate remains stable compared to previous months. Anti-social behaviour in North Norfolk is 60% below the UK average, a disparity that could reflect the region's emphasis on community engagement and local initiatives. The persistent gap between North Norfolk's crime rates and the UK average highlights the effectiveness of targeted strategies in maintaining public safety, even as specific categories like weapons possession show unexpected fluctuations.

The most striking month-on-month change was a 100% surge in possession of weapons, rising from 2 to 4 incidents—a jump that outpaced all other categories. This spike contrasts sharply with a 57.1% drop in burglary, which fell from 14 to 6 cases, likely reflecting seasonal patterns as darker evenings reduce opportunities for such crimes. Shoplifting also declined by 51.3%, from 39 to 19 incidents, a decrease that may partly explain the overall reduction in property crimes. Violent crime remains 10% below the UK average at 2.4 per 1,000, despite the rise in weapons possession. Residents may find the 60% increase in vehicle crime—rising from 5 to 8 incidents—particularly concerning, as this category is typically lower in rural areas. These shifts highlight the combination of local factors and national trends in shaping North Norfolk's crime profile.

North Norfolk's crime rate rose by 4.3% from 4.2 to 4.4 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, marking the first increase since last summer. This brings the monthly exposure figure to one reported crime for every 228 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the local population. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately 15 crimes reported each day, a figure that may appear high but remains significantly lower than the UK average when considering the region's rural character and low population density. When compared to the UK's overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000, North Norfolk's rate remains 42.9% below, a gap that reflects the area's unique demographics and geographic profile. The population-scaled perspective highlights that while the absolute number of crimes is rising, the relative risk to residents remains substantially lower than in more densely populated regions.