Cringleford Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Cringleford's crime profile in December 2023 reveals a stark contrast to the UK average, with its overall rate of 2.6 per 1,000 residents remaining 63.9% below the national figure of 7.2. This places the built-up area within South Norfolk firmly in the category of low-crime locations, though the data also highlights specific categories that deviate from the norm. Other theft emerged as the most prevalent crime type, accounting for 41.2% of all incidents and 86% above the UK average for the category. This surge, which saw a 250% increase from November, suggests a shift in criminal activity that may be linked to the holiday season, when retail spaces are more crowded and potentially vulnerable. Violence and sexual offences, while down 25% compared to the previous month, remain 66% below the UK average, a trend consistent with the area's small population and likely lower exposure to high-risk environments. The seasonal context of December—characterised by extended darkness, Christmas shopping, and holiday-related absences—may have contributed to the rise in thefts, as empty homes and bustling retail areas create opportunities for opportunistic criminals. The low overall rate, combined with the significant outlier in other theft, illustrates a crime picture shaped by both local characteristics and transient seasonal factors. The area's rural-urban balance, with its compact built-up core and surrounding open spaces, likely plays a role in the crime patterns observed, with limited public spaces and a small resident population reducing the scale of most crime types. These dynamics, while generally positive, require continued attention to address the specific risks highlighted by the data.

December 2023 saw a dramatic 250% increase in other theft, with 7 incidents reported compared to 2 in November. This surge, which now accounts for 41.2% of all crimes in the area, is 86% above the UK average for the category. The rise may partly explain the overall 13.3% monthly increase in crime rates, despite a 25% drop in violence and sexual offences. Violent crimes, however, remain 66% below the UK average, with 6 incidents recorded. The category's decline aligns with the seasonal context of Christmas, when public spaces may be less populated during evenings. Anti-social behaviour and burglary both fell to 1 incident each, with burglary at 43% below the UK average. These figures suggest a combination of seasonal factors and local crime dynamics, with retail-focused thefts emerging as a distinct concern for residents. The 250% increase in other theft is a concrete data point for local businesses to consider when planning security measures.

Cringleford's crime rate in December 2023 rose by 13.3% compared to November, moving from 2.3 to 2.6 per 1,000 residents. While this increase is modest, it reflects a shift in crime patterns during the month. On a daily basis, 1 crime was reported per day across 31 days, a figure that, while low, highlights the persistent presence of criminal activity in a small built-up area. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 391 residents, underscoring the relatively low exposure to crime for the local population. This monthly exposure figure, when contextualised against Cringleford's population of 6,648, suggests that most residents experience minimal direct interaction with crime. The area's small size and rural proximity may contribute to this low exposure. increase indicates a need for continued monitoring of trends. The comparison to the UK average, which stands at 7.2 per 1,000, further illustrates Cringleford's status as a safer area, with its rate remaining 63.9% below the national figure.