Diss Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

June 2024 in Diss revealed a mixed crime picture, with the area’s overall rate of 7.2 per 1,000 residents remaining 12.2% below the UK average. This stability contrasts with the month-on-month rise in certain categories, particularly violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 40.9% of all crimes. The dominance of violent crime in the area’s profile may be influenced by local factors such as community dynamics or seasonal transitions. Anti-social behaviour and criminal damage and arson each contributed 15.5% of reported crimes, with the latter’s rate 80% above the UK average—a figure that could be linked to the area’s built-up nature and potential for property-related incidents. In contrast, shoplifting and public order offences were both significantly below the UK average, suggesting that Diss’ relatively low foot traffic or targeted policing may be contributing to these trends. The start of summer in June, with longer daylight hours and the beginning of tourist activity in nearby coastal areas, may have influenced patterns of criminal behaviour. The area’s crime rate, while showing a modest increase from May, continues to reflect a profile distinct from the national average, with violence and property-related crimes forming the core of its crime picture.

June 2024 marked a sharp rise in robbery, which doubled from 0 to 1 incident. Violence and sexual offences surged by 70.6%, jumping from 17 to 29 cases, a spike that may reflect seasonal activity patterns or heightened social interactions. Anti-social behaviour also increased by 37.5%, rising from 8 to 11 incidents. Vehicle crime plummeted by 66.7% as the number of such incidents dropped from 3 to 1. This decline aligns with the UK average for vehicle crime, which stood at 0.5 per 1,000. Meanwhile, shoplifting in Diss was 52% below the UK average, a trend that could be linked to lower foot traffic or effective local deterrents. The area’s criminal damage and arson rate was 80% above the UK average, a stark contrast to its 21% below average for anti-social behaviour, highlighting the uneven distribution of crime types across the region.

June 2024 saw a 12.7% increase in Diss’ crime rate compared to May, rising from 6.4 to 7.2 per 1,000 residents. This shift reflects a notable uptick in violent and anti-social incidents. below the UK average. On a daily basis, Diss recorded roughly 2 crimes per day in June, a figure that contextualises the pace of local activity. Over the course of the month, 1 crime occurred for every 139 residents, a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents despite the month-on-month rise. When considering population size, Diss’ 9,876 residents experienced a crime rate that is both lower than the national average and distributed across a range of categories. This suggests that while certain types of crime have grown, the overall picture remains one of controlled criminal activity compared to other parts of the UK.