Diss Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For a town of nearly 10,000 residents, Diss recorded 58 crimes in April 2024, translating to 5.9 crimes per 1,000 people. This rate is 23.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting a relatively low crime profile compared to national trends. The most common offences were violence and sexual offences (31% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (17.2%) and other theft (15.5%). These figures align with the area’s character as a rural commuter hub with limited urban density, where property crimes and public order issues tend to dominate. April’s crime pattern may be influenced by seasonal factors, such as increased outdoor activity during Easter and spring weather, which could contribute to higher incidents of violence and public order offences. The relatively low rate of vehicle crime (0.1 per 1,000) suggests that Diss’s limited road network and lower traffic density may reduce opportunities for such offences. However, the sharp rise in criminal damage and arson compared to the UK average (69% above) highlights a localised challenge that may require further attention. Overall, the data underscores Diss’s position as a safer area than the UK average, though targeted interventions may be needed for specific offence categories.

April 2024 saw stark shifts in crime patterns, with public order offences surging by 300% compared to March, driven from one to four incidents. This spike may be linked to increased foot traffic during Easter events or seasonal gatherings in the town’s built-up area. Concurrently, criminal damage and arson doubled (from five to ten cases), a 100% increase, potentially reflecting targeted vandalism or arson linked to seasonal activities. In contrast, anti-social behaviour dropped sharply by 76.5% (from 17 to four cases), due to the Easter holiday reducing opportunities for such incidents. Violence and sexual offences decreased slightly by 5.3% (from 19 to 18 cases), though they remain 30% below the UK average. Shoplifting fell 70% below the UK average (0.2 vs 0.7 per 1,000), a trend consistent with Diss’s limited retail presence compared to larger urban centres. These variations illustrate how local factors—such as population density, land use, and seasonal rhythms—shape crime dynamics, even within a generally low-crime area.

April’s crime rate of 5.9 per 1,000 residents marks a 9.3% increase from March’s 5.4 per 1,000, though it remains well below the UK average. This translates to roughly two crimes per day in Diss, a figure that may feel more manageable in a town of nearly 10,000 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 170 residents, a monthly exposure rate that is lower than many comparable areas. The previous month’s rate was 5.4 per 1,000, suggesting a temporary upward trend in April, possibly influenced by seasonal factors such as Easter-related events. However, the overall crime profile continues to diverge from the UK average, with Diss’s violent crime rate (1.8 per 1,000) 30% below the national figure. This contrast highlights the area’s unique characteristics, including its rural setting and limited urban infrastructure, which may reduce opportunities for certain offences. While the rise in criminal damage and arson raises questions about localised pressures, the broader context remains one of relative safety compared to national benchmarks.