Diss Crime Rate August 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Diss during August 2024 reveals a distinct balance between property and violent offences, shaped by the area’s seasonal and geographic characteristics. With a total crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents—identical to the UK average—the profile highlights a divergence in crime types. Property crimes dominated, accounting for 55.6% of all reported incidents, with shoplifting (27.2%) and other theft (17.3%) leading the category. This emphasis on property crime is consistent with Diss’s built-up area status and its reliance on retail and tourism. Shoplifting, in particular, stood out at 2.2 per 1,000 residents—210% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This anomaly likely reflects the town’s retail presence, including high-street shops and tourist-oriented stores, which may attract opportunistic theft during peak holiday periods. In contrast, violent crime accounted for 19.8% of incidents, significantly below the UK average of 2.7 per 1,000 (41% lower). This lower rate may be attributed to Diss’s relatively low population density and the absence of high-risk nightlife areas. Anti-social behaviour also fell below the UK average by 24%, due to community policing efforts or the town’s quieter, more residential character. The seasonal context of August—marked by tourism and empty homes—may have influenced burglary risks, though only one burglary was reported, suggesting that local factors such as strong community engagement or property security measures may have mitigated this risk. Overall, the crime mix in Diss reflects a blend of typical urban property crime patterns and a lower incidence of violent offences, shaped by the area’s unique socioeconomic and geographic profile.

August 2024 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with other theft surging by 180% (from 5 to 14 cases) and public order offences rising by 150% (from 2 to 5). These increases align with August’s role as a peak holiday month, likely driven by transient visitors and increased retail activity. Conversely, violence and sexual offences dropped by 20% (from 20 to 16), a decline that may reflect reduced social gatherings or improved policing in high-risk areas. Shoplifting remained the most prevalent crime, at 2.2 per 1,000 residents—210% above the UK average of 0.7 per 1,000. This stark discrepancy suggests a local factor, such as the presence of retail hubs or unsecured displays, that amplifies shoplifting risks. Meanwhile, vehicle crime rose by 100% (from 1 to 2), possibly linked to increased parking in tourist areas or seasonal vehicle usage. The data underscores that while Diss’s overall rate matches the UK average, specific crime types reveal a distinct local profile shaped by tourism and retail dynamics.

Diss recorded a crime rate of 8.2 per 1,000 residents in August 2024, marking a 30.6% increase from the previous month’s rate of 6.3 per 1,000. This rise, though notable, aligns with the area’s seasonal rhythm: August is a peak holiday month, often linked to higher foot traffic and transient populations. Locally, this translates to roughly 3 crimes reported per day, a figure that captures the month’s intensity without extrapolating beyond the data. Over the course of the month, 1 in every 122 residents experienced a reported crime, a metric that contextualises risk in terms of population exposure. When scaled to the town’s 9,876 residents, this monthly exposure rate provides a tangible sense of likelihood—though it does not reflect daily fluctuations, which may vary due to local events or policing patterns. The increase contrasts with the UK average, which remains stable at 8.2 per 1,000, suggesting that Diss’s crime profile is shaped by its unique seasonal dynamics rather than broader national trends.