Diss Crime Rate May 2024 | Monthly Statistics

May 2024 saw Diss maintain a crime rate of 6.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 23.8% below the UK average of 8.4. This figure reflects a consistently low crime profile for the built-up area within South Norfolk, a largely rural district with limited urban density. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences (17 incidents, 27% of total), followed by criminal damage and arson (9 cases, 14.3%) and anti-social behaviour (8 cases, 12.7%). These patterns align with the area’s character as a small market town with a mix of residential and retail spaces, where seasonal factors like May’s extended evenings and bank holidays may influence social dynamics. Violence rates in Diss are 40% below the UK average, consistent with the area’s lower population density and quieter nightlife compared to larger cities. However, the crime mix shows some divergence from national trends, with criminal damage and arson rates 45% above the UK average, linked to the town’s historic buildings and community events that may increase accidental or intentional damage risks. Seasonal context suggests that longer evenings and increased outdoor drinking could contribute to the rise in anti-social behaviour, though this remains a small proportion of total crimes. Overall, the data illustrates a stable but selectively vulnerable crime profile for Diss, requiring targeted attention to specific categories like property damage.

Vehicle crime in Diss surged by 200% in May 2024, rising from one reported incident in April to three. This sharp increase may be attributed to seasonal shifts, such as increased traffic during May bank holidays or changes in local events. Anti-social behaviour also doubled compared to the previous month, with eight incidents recorded—suggesting a potential link to the extended evenings and socialising associated with May’s warmer weather. Possession of weapons saw a 100% increase, with two reported cases, marking a concerning trend that may require closer monitoring. In contrast, drugs-related crimes fell by 33.3%, and public order offences decreased by 25%, reflecting the impact of local enforcement efforts or reduced outdoor activity during specific periods. Violent crimes, however, remained relatively stable, with 17 incidents (27% of total crimes) and a rate 40% below the UK average. This contrast highlights Diss’s unique position in the national crime profile, where property-related crimes like criminal damage and arson (14.3% of total) are 45% above the UK average, indicating a need for targeted interventions in this category. Residents may find the daily crime count of approximately two incidents per day particularly relevant, as it provides a tangible sense of local exposure to crime.

The crime rate in Diss for May 2024 (6.4 per 1,000 residents) represents an 8.7% increase from the previous month’s rate of 5.9. This rise, though modest, underscores the fluctuating nature of crime patterns even in low-rate areas. On a daily basis, Diss recorded roughly two crimes per day in May, a figure that, while low, is significant for a small community. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 157 residents, a monthly exposure rate that contextualises the impact of crime on the local population. When compared to the UK average, Diss remains safer, with its overall crime rate 23.8% below the national figure. However, this comparison masks variations within specific crime categories. For instance, while violent crime in Diss is 40% below the UK average, criminal damage and arson are 45% above, a divergence that may reflect the area’s architectural heritage and the potential for damage during community events. The population-scaled perspective also highlights that, despite the 8.7% month-on-month increase, Diss still experiences fewer crimes per resident than the UK average, suggesting that local factors—such as community cohesion and policing strategies—play a crucial role in maintaining relative safety. These figures provide residents with a nuanced understanding of their area’s crime profile, balancing the need for vigilance with recognition of broader contextual advantages.