South Norfolk Crime Rate June 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Norfolk’s crime rate in June 2025 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, 42% below the UK average of 8.1. This performance places the area among the lowest in the country for overall crime, though specific categories reveal a nuanced picture. Violence and sexual offences were the most common crime type, accounting for 41.6% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (12.6%) and criminal damage and arson (9.4%). These figures align with the area’s character as a largely rural district with limited urban density, where violent crime may be less prevalent compared to major cities. Seasonal factors also appear to influence patterns: June, the start of summer, typically sees increased tourism in coastal and rural areas, which may contribute to higher anti-social behaviour and public order offences. However, property crimes like shoplifting and burglary remain well below UK averages, suggesting effective local policing or lower risk factors in the region. The dominance of violent offences—despite being 30% below the UK average—raises questions about local demographics or community dynamics. Overall, the data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal influences, with South Norfolk maintaining a relatively low-risk environment compared to national benchmarks.

The most dramatic month-on-month change in June 2025 was an 186.4% increase in 'Other crime,' jumping from 22 to 63 incidents. This category, which includes offences like fraud and cybercrime, was also 150% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000. Concurrently, theft from the person and robbery both doubled from zero to one incident each, a sharp rise that may reflect heightened summer activity or specific local events. In contrast, shoplifting fell by 18.9% (37 to 30), possibly linked to targeted policing efforts or seasonal retail adjustments. Meanwhile, possession of weapons dropped by 33.3% (6 to 4), a decline that could indicate effective community engagement or reduced illicit activity in the region. These shifts highlight the volatility of certain crime types and the need for targeted monitoring.

South Norfolk’s crime rate in June 2025 rose 15% from the previous month, climbing to 4.7 per 1,000 residents from 4.1. This translates to approximately 23 crimes reported daily, a figure that, while lower than the UK average, reflects local patterns. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for roughly every 211 residents, a monthly exposure rate that remains lower than the UK’s overall context. The population of 148,448 residents means that the absolute number of crimes, though rising, is distributed across a large area. This increase is most pronounced in ‘Other crime,’ which surged by 186% compared to May, though other categories like shoplifting saw declines. The local context—South Norfolk’s mix of rural and small-town areas—may influence how crimes are reported and concentrated, with seasonal tourism and summer activity affecting crime dynamics.