The question of how Hethersett’s crime rate compares to that of Colney is straightforward: Hethersett has a significantly higher crime rate than Colney, but remains safer than the UK average. Let's break down the data to understand this better.
Hethersett, classified as a Built-Up Area (BUA) in South Norfolk, has a population of 7288. Its crime rate stands at 54.2 incidents per 1,000 residents. In contrast, Colney registers a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000 residents. This stark difference highlights a considerable disparity in reported criminal activity between the two areas. For context, the UK national average crime rate is 91.6 incidents per 1,000 residents. Therefore, while Hethersett’s rate is higher than Colney's, it is still substantially lower than the national average.
Beyond raw numbers, Hethersett boasts a safety score of 86 out of 100, surpassing the UK average of 79. This score likely takes into account factors beyond just reported crime, such as perceptions of safety and community cohesion. Comparing Hethersett to its neighbours, Little Melton also reports a crime rate of 0.0 per 1,000, while Cringleford has a rate of 45.7 per 1,000, and Barford (South Norfolk) shows a rate of 36.2 per 1,000. This provides further perspective on the relative safety of Hethersett within the broader South Norfolk region.
It's important to remember that crime rate statistics are just one aspect of overall safety. Factors such as community engagement, effective policing, and local initiatives all play crucial roles in creating a secure environment. The data available to us only provides a snapshot of reported incidents during the period for which it was collected. The low crime rate in Colney may be influenced by a number of factors including population density and area usage.