Diss Crime Rate April 2025 | Monthly Statistics

For an area of Diss's population size (9,876 residents), 57 crimes in April 2025 translates to one reported crime for roughly every 173 residents over the month. This rate of 5.8 crimes per 1,000 people places Diss 24.7% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (19 incidents, 33.3% of total), followed by other theft (9 incidents, 15.8%) and shoplifting (8 incidents, 14.0%). The seasonal context of April, with its Easter period and spring weather, likely contributes to patterns observed in the data. Violence and sexual offences, while still the largest category, are 27% below the UK average for this type. Meanwhile, other theft—now 80% above the UK average—suggests a distinct local dynamic, possibly linked to specific community or economic factors. The balance of property and violent crime remains skewed toward violent incidents, with property crimes accounting for 42.1% of the total. This mix may reflect the area's character as a relatively small, rural-built-up area with a mix of residential and commercial zones. The drop in shoplifting by 50% compared to March could partly explain by the timing of Easter, which may have reduced foot traffic in retail areas during the month.

April 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with other theft rising by 125% (from 4 to 9 incidents) and vehicle crime increasing by 100% (from 0 to 3). These jumps contrast with a 50% decrease in shoplifting, which dropped from 16 to 8 incidents—a change potentially influenced by the Easter holiday period reducing retail activity. Anti-social behaviour also fell by 14.3%, though this category remains 55% below the UK average. Other theft is now 80% above the UK average (0.9 vs 0.5 per 1,000), highlighting a localised trend that may warrant closer attention. In contrast, criminal damage and arson fell by two-thirds (from 6 to 2), aligning with the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The increase in vehicle crime, now 21% below the UK average, could relate to seasonal changes in parking patterns or temporary shifts in local activity. Residents may find the sharp rise in other theft particularly relevant, as it represents the most significant category increase in the month and is now higher than the national average.

April 2025 saw Diss's crime rate drop by 5.1% compared to March's 6.1 per 1,000, bringing the overall rate to 5.8 per 1,000. This decline, though modest, places the area in a consistently safer position relative to the UK average, which remains at 7.7 per 1,000. On a daily basis, the 57 crimes reported over 30 days equate to roughly 2 crimes per day—a figure that, while local to Diss, provides a tangible sense of frequency for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 173 residents, a monthly aggregate that contextualises the scale of incidents in relation to the population. This rate, when compared to the UK's average monthly exposure (not provided for Diss), suggests a broader trend of lower crime incidence in this rural-built-up area. The population-scaled perspective reveals that Diss's crime rate is not only below the UK average but also reflects a stable pattern, with no sharp spikes in any single category. While some areas of the UK may see higher rates of violent crime or property theft, Diss's data illustrates a balance that is more aligned with smaller, less densely populated regions. This context may help residents understand that, despite the rise in certain categories like other theft, the overall picture remains one of relative safety compared to national benchmarks.