Cringleford Crime Rate October 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Cringleford's crime picture in October 2024, accounting for 38.5% of the 13 reported crimes. This category, which recorded 5 incidents, was 70% below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 residents, reinforcing the area's overall position as one of the safest in the country. The total crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents — 75.3% below the UK's 8.1 per 1,000 — reflects a consistently low level of criminal activity. Anti-social behaviour, the second most common category, accounted for 23.1% of crimes and was 61% below the UK average, while criminal damage and arson followed closely at 23.1%. The seasonal context of October, with its shorter days and Halloween-related activity, may have influenced patterns, though the area's low crime rate suggests that local factors such as community cohesion or policing strategies could play a role. The absence of major spikes in property crime, which accounted for only 30.8% of incidents, contrasts with the UK average where property crimes typically dominate. This divergence may be explained by Cringleford's built-up character and lower population density compared to larger urban centres. The data also highlights the relatively high rate of weapon possession — 186% above the UK average — a figure that, while small in absolute terms, raises questions about local enforcement or reporting practices. Overall, the month illustrates a crime profile shaped by both geographical and seasonal influences, with violence and sexual offences remaining the primary focus for local authorities.

October 2024 saw a steep decline in violence and sexual offences, dropping by 72.2% from 18 incidents in the prior month to just 5. This reduction is particularly notable given the season's darker evenings and Halloween-related activity, which typically correlate with increased crime in other areas. Shoplifting also fell sharply, decreasing by 66.7% as the number of incidents dropped from 3 to 1 — a trend that may reflect heightened local awareness or enforcement during the month. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 25.0%, though it remained a significant portion of reported crimes. The breakdown of categories reveals that violence and sexual offences are 70% below the UK average, while possession of weapons is an outlier, being 186% above the national rate. For residents, the sharp drop in violent crime offers a tangible reassurance, though the elevated rate of weapon possession warrants attention. These shifts highlight a combination of local factors and national trends, with some categories showing stark divergence from the UK norm.

Cringleford's crime rate in October 2024 stood at 2.0 per 1,000 residents, a marked decline from the previous month's rate of 5.7 per 1,000 — a 65.7% reduction. This downward trend aligns with broader seasonal patterns, as shorter days and cooler temperatures may limit opportunities for certain types of crime. Daily crime statistics for the month show an average of 0 crimes per day, highlighting the low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. Over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 511 residents, a figure that underscores the relatively safe environment compared to the UK average. When contextualised against the local population of 6,648, this monthly exposure rate suggests that residents face a significantly lower risk of encountering crime than the national average. The shift from the prior month's higher rate may reflect the impact of local initiatives or natural fluctuations in criminal activity, though no specific programmes are referenced in the data. This comparison reinforces Cringleford's position as an area with consistently low crime levels, even when contrasted with national benchmarks.