Hethersett Crime Rate February 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Hethersett, a built-up area within South Norfolk, continues to exhibit a crime rate significantly below the UK average, with a recorded rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in February 2026—37.5% lower than the national figure of 6.4. This pattern aligns with the area's character as a relatively low-density, semi-rural community, where seasonal factors such as reduced outdoor activity during winter months may contribute to the overall trend. Violence and sexual offences remain the most prevalent category, accounting for 41.4% of all crimes, though they saw a 25% decrease compared to the previous month. This decline is consistent with the broader seasonal context of February, a time of year when colder weather and pre-spring lull may reduce opportunities for certain types of crime. Shoplifting and other theft, meanwhile, reflect a mixed picture: shoplifting is 3% above the UK average, influenced by the area's retail infrastructure, while other theft is 5% below the national rate. The crime profile also highlights notable differences in specific categories, such as 'other crime'—which saw a 167% increase compared to UK averages for similar categories—suggesting the need for further analysis of unclassified incidents. These findings illustrate how local conditions, from population density to seasonal rhythms, shape Hethersett's unique crime profile, even as the area maintains its position as one of the safer communities in the UK.

February 2026 saw notable shifts in crime patterns across Hethersett. Burglary, criminal damage and arson, and public order offences all doubled compared to January, reflecting a sharp increase in these categories. This contrasts with a 75% decrease in anti-social behaviour and a 25% decline in violence and sexual offences, which remained the most common crime type at 41.4% of total reports. The area's shoplifting rate (0.6 per 1,000) is 3% above the UK average, while other theft (0.4 per 1,000) is 5% below. 'other crime'—a category with no UK average provided—surged to 0.4 per 1,000, 167% above the national rate for similar categories. These variations highlight the combination of local factors, such as the built-up area's retail presence potentially influencing shoplifting trends, while the decline in violence may align with seasonal patterns of reduced public activity during winter months.

Hethersett's crime rate in February 2026 rose by 16.0% compared to the previous month, moving from 3.4 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. While this represents a modest increase, the daily crime context reveals a local figure of roughly one crime per day across the built-up area. Over the course of the month, this equates to one reported crime for every 251 residents—a statistic that underscores the relatively low frequency of crime in this community. When viewed through a population-scaled lens, the 4.0 per 1,000 rate means that residents face a far lower risk of experiencing crime compared to the UK average. This contrast is particularly stark when considering categories like anti-social behaviour, which sits 89% below the national average. The combination of low population density and seasonal factors—such as reduced outdoor activity during winter—likely contributes to this pattern. Despite the month-on-month rise, the overall trajectory remains consistent with Hethersett's historically lower crime profile, suggesting that local characteristics continue to play a defining role in shaping the area's safety landscape.