Cringleford Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

In November 2024, Cringleford maintained a crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 residents, placing it 40.8% below the UK average of 7.6. This marked contrast with national trends highlights the area’s unique crime profile, where violent crimes accounted for 40% of all incidents—slightly higher than property crimes (36.7%). The breakdown reveals a combination of local factors, with violence and sexual offences (12 incidents) emerging as the most common category, followed closely by anti-social behaviour (5) and criminal damage (5). Seasonal context plays a notable role: November’s extended evenings, linked to Bonfire Night and Black Friday shopping, may have influenced patterns of public order offences and retail-related incidents. While property crimes like shoplifting and vehicle crime remained low—57% and 32% below UK averages respectively—violence and sexual offences stood out as 30% below the national rate, suggesting effective local interventions or demographic factors. The area’s built-up character within South Norfolk likely contributes to this balance, with limited industrial activity reducing certain crime types while community-focused policing may temper violent incidents. However, the stark rise in violent crime compared to property crime raises questions about shifting dynamics, tied to transient populations or seasonal gatherings. This month’s data underscores the need to monitor trends in violent crime as a priority, even as overall rates remain historically low.

November 2024 saw a 140% increase in violent and sexual offences, jumping from 5 to 12 incidents—a stark departure from the previous month. This surge, combined with 100% rises in public order and robbery offences, shifted the crime mix toward violence, which now constitutes 40% of all reported crimes compared to 36.7% for property crimes. While property crimes like shoplifting (57% below UK average) and vehicle crime (32% below) remained well below national levels, violence and sexual offences stood at 30% below the UK rate, suggesting targeted local efforts. Criminal damage and arson in Cringleford (0.8 per 1,000) exceeded the UK average by 40%, a figure that may reflect local infrastructure vulnerabilities or seasonal fire risks tied to Bonfire Night. Residents may find the daily crime count—roughly one incident per day—particularly relevant, as it translates to a 1-in-222 resident exposure rate over the month. These figures illustrate a community where violent crime spikes require attention, even as overall rates remain significantly lower than national benchmarks.

Cringleford’s November 2024 crime rate of 4.5 per 1,000 represents a 130.1% increase from October’s 2.0, though this still leaves the area 40.8% below the UK average. The monthly exposure figure—1 crime for every 222 residents—provides a tangible perspective for locals, highlighting that the likelihood of encountering crime remains low relative to national standards. Daily crime counts, averaging one incident per day, align with the area’s built-up nature but contrast sharply with larger urban centres where rates are typically higher. Population context further underscores this: with 6,648 residents, Cringleford’s crime numbers reflect a balance between its small-town character and the pressures of a developed area. The previous month’s rate (2.0) was lower, suggesting November’s spike may be linked to seasonal factors such as extended evenings and holiday shopping. While this increase warrants caution, the area’s consistent performance below the UK average indicates effective policing or community engagement strategies. The comparison to national figures also reveals regional disparities—Cringleford’s below-average violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) contrasts with the UK’s 2.6, suggesting local initiatives may be mitigating risks. However, the 40% above-average rate for criminal damage and arson highlights a specific vulnerability requiring targeted measures.