Diss Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

June 2023 marked a combination of rising and falling crime rates in Diss, a built-up area within South Norfolk. The overall crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents, while a 33.9% increase from May, still places the area 29.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This suggests that Diss, likely a rural or semi-rural community with a modest population, continues to maintain a crime profile significantly lower than the national norm. The most prevalent crime types in June were violence and sexual offences (22 incidents, 37.3% of total), followed by other theft (7 incidents, 11.9%) and anti-social behaviour (7 incidents, 11.9%). The dominance of violence and sexual offences, despite being 25% below the UK average for this category, may reflect local factors such as seasonal changes or community dynamics. June, the start of summer, often brings increased outdoor activity, potentially contributing to higher levels of interpersonal crime. However, the sharp rise in other theft—surging 600% from May—could signal heightened vulnerability in areas with retail or commercial activity, linked to increased foot traffic or changes in local enforcement priorities. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences both saw declines, with public order dropping 60% from five to two incidents. This may indicate effective policing efforts or a reduction in summer-related disturbances. The low rates of shoplifting (63% below UK average) and public order offences (70% below UK average) further reinforce the notion that Diss, despite the month-on-month increase, remains a relatively safe area compared to the UK as a whole. These patterns, while informative, require contextual analysis to fully understand their implications for local safety and policing strategies.

June 2023 witnessed a stark shift in crime trends, with several categories experiencing dramatic fluctuations. Other theft saw a 600% increase, rising from one incident to seven, while burglary surged 300% from one to four. These spikes, though alarming, contrast with notable declines in public order offences (60% drop) and possession of weapons (50% drop). The violence and sexual offences category, at 22 incidents (37.3% of total), remained 25% below the UK average of 2.9 per 1,000, suggesting local factors may be mitigating violent crime despite the overall rate increase. Bicycle theft, however, surged 300% above the UK average, indicating a potential vulnerability in local infrastructure or enforcement related to cycling. For residents, the 600% jump in other theft—a category encompassing crimes like vehicle crime or shoplifting—may warrant increased vigilance in securing personal property, especially in areas with high foot traffic or retail presence.

Diss recorded a crime rate of 6.0 per 1,000 residents in June 2023, marking a 33.9% increase from the previous month’s rate of 4.5. This rise, though notable, still places the area 29.4% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the area saw approximately two crimes reported each day over the month, a figure that may seem high but remains contextually low given Diss’s population of 9,876. Over the course of June, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 167 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to national benchmarks. While the increase in crime rate suggests a shift in local patterns, the area’s overall performance remains significantly better than the UK average, highlighting the effectiveness of local policing or community factors that may be sustaining lower crime levels despite the uptick. This contrast between the month-on-month rise and the broader UK context invites consideration of seasonal influences, such as increased foot traffic during summer or changes in local activity patterns.