North Walsham Crime Rate March 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime profile of North Walsham in March 2024 reveals a distinct mix of violent and property-related incidents, shaped by the area's small-town character and seasonal rhythms. With a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000—16.9% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000—the area maintains a relatively low overall rate. The most significant share of reported crimes (39.7%) falls under 'violence and sexual offences', a category that is 3% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000. This suggests a focus on interpersonal conflicts rather than broader criminal trends. Anti-social behaviour (13.7%) and public order offences (12.3%) also feature prominently, with the latter category standing out as 48% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may partly reflect the area's transition to spring, as extended daylight hours and changing social patterns could contribute to increased public disorder. Meanwhile, property crimes—primarily shoplifting and criminal damage—account for just 24.7% of incidents, a share significantly lower than the UK average for such categories. This balance may be influenced by North Walsham's rural-adjacent setting, where commercial activity is limited compared to larger urban centres. The absence of major retail hubs or commuter infrastructure likely reduces opportunities for property-related crimes. increase in shoplifting (from 3 to 7 incidents) hints at evolving local patterns. Seasonal factors, such as the shift to spring and the impact of clock changes on evening routines, may further shape these dynamics.

March 2024 saw a 200% increase in 'other theft' and 'other crime' categories, rising from 1 to 3 incidents each. This surge, though small in absolute terms, may indicate underreported or evolving criminal activity. Conversely, vehicle crime dropped by 50% (from 2 to 1), potentially reflecting seasonal changes or improved security measures. The area's violent crime rate (2.6 per 1,000) is 3% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000, a narrow but consistent gap. Public order offences, however, stood at 0.8 per 1,000—48% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This discrepancy may be linked to the area's transition to spring, with lengthening evenings increasing opportunities for such incidents. The sharp 329% rise in 'possession of weapons' (0.3 per 1,000) compared to the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000 is a notable outlier requiring further scrutiny.

North Walsham's crime rate in March 2024 (6.4 per 1,000) represents a 32.6% increase from the previous month's rate of 4.8 per 1,000. This rise, though modest in absolute terms, reflects a shift in local patterns. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of 2 crimes per day, a figure that aligns with the small population of 11,367. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 156 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the frequency of incidents for local residents. While this rate is lower than the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, the month-on-month increase suggests a need for ongoing monitoring. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite the overall low rate, the relative rise in certain crime types—such as public order offences—could signal emerging trends in community dynamics or seasonal influences.