Diss Crime Rate September 2025 | Monthly Statistics

September 2025 marked a significant shift in Diss’s crime profile, driven by a 300% surge in 'other theft' incidents, which became the most notable month-on-month change. This category, encompassing unclassified property crimes, rose sharply from one to four reports, a jump that may reflect seasonal transitions or unmet demand for illicit goods during the back-to-school period. Violent crimes, however, remained the dominant category, accounting for 57.1% of all incidents, a proportion that is 9% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This trend aligns with Diss’s character as a built-up area within a rural district, where concentrated populations may heighten interpersonal conflicts. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour and public order offences saw marked declines, with the former dropping by 74% below the UK average. This could be consistent with the area’s limited nightlife infrastructure and the seasonal shift toward shorter evenings, which may reduce opportunities for disorder. The overall crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents was 32.4% below the UK average, a figure that underscores Diss’s relative safety. However, the volatility in specific categories highlights the need for targeted monitoring, particularly in property crime areas where sharp increases occurred. Seasonal factors, such as the start of the academic year and changing weather, likely influenced these patterns, with freshers’ week contributing to the rise in theft-related incidents. While the area’s low population density may naturally limit crime opportunities, the spikes in certain categories suggest that localised pressures, such as unmet demand for illicit goods or seasonal social dynamics, could play a role. The data also illustrates the importance of distinguishing between overall trends and specific category shifts, as Diss’s crime picture remains a mix of stability and volatility.

The most dramatic month-on-month shift occurred in 'other theft', which surged by 300% from one to four incidents. This spike, though small in absolute terms, may partly explain the broader increase in property-related crimes. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 57.1% of all reported incidents, a share that is 9% above the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Conversely, anti-social behaviour and public order offences fell sharply, with public order incidents dropping by 50% to two reports. This decline could be linked to the transition into autumn, as shorter evenings and the start of the academic year may reduce opportunities for such crimes. Vehicle crime also decreased by 50%, reflecting reduced commuter activity or improved parking security measures. Diss continues to underperform the UK average in shoplifting, with rates 67% lower than the national figure, a trend that may be attributed to the area’s rural character and limited retail presence compared to urban centres.

Diss recorded a stable crime rate of 5.0 per 1,000 residents in September 2025, matching the previous month’s figure. This consistency suggests no major shifts in overall crime patterns. On a daily basis, approximately two crimes were reported each day, a figure that, while low, reflects the small population of 9,876. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 202 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure in terms of population density. This rate is lower than the UK average, which stands at 7.4 per 1,000, but the daily and monthly figures provide a granular view of how crime is distributed across the area. The stability in the overall rate contrasts with the significant swings observed in specific crime categories, highlighting the importance of examining breakdowns to understand local dynamics. For residents, the low monthly exposure underscores the relative safety of Diss compared to broader UK trends, though vigilance in areas with rising incidents remains necessary.