South Norfolk Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

South Norfolk’s November 2025 crime rate of 3.6 per 1,000 residents marks a 50.7% reduction compared to the UK average of 7.3, reflecting the area’s generally lower crime profile. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 45.5% of all reported crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (9.2%) and criminal damage and arson (7.9%). These figures highlight a persistent challenge in managing violent incidents, though the rate for this category remains 38% below the UK average. The seasonal context of November—marked by Bonfire Night, Black Friday shopping, and extended darkness—may contribute to fluctuations in crime patterns. For instance, the spike in drug-related crimes could be influenced by increased illicit activity during the pre-Christmas period, while the drop in anti-social behaviour may correlate with reduced public gatherings in the colder evenings. South Norfolk’s overall safety, however, is underscored by its consistently low rates for property crimes such as burglary (0.1 per 1,000) and vehicle crime (0.2 per 1,000), both of which remain well below national averages. This suggests that the area’s rural character and community-focused policing efforts may play a role in maintaining lower levels of property-related crime. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly regarding drug-related incidents and bicycle theft, which have shown upward trends despite the area’s overall safety record.

November 2025 saw a notable 75% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 8 to 14 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average of 0.3 per 1,000, raises concerns about local drug activity. Bicycle theft also rose by 40%, with 7 reported incidents, a category where South Norfolk’s rate is 67% above the UK average. Vehicle crime increased by 37.5%, from 16 to 22 cases, though this remains 50% below the UK rate. In contrast, robbery incidents fell by 50%, dropping from 4 to 2, a decrease that may reflect heightened awareness during the festive season. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 26.9%, from 67 to 49 cases, potentially linked to the reduced foot traffic associated with November’s darker evenings. These shifts underscore the dynamic nature of local crime patterns, with specific categories showing marked fluctuations that residents should monitor.

South Norfolk's crime rate in November 2025 fell by 10.2% compared to the previous month, dropping from 4.0 to 3.6 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the local authority’s broader trend of maintaining a crime rate significantly below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately 18 crimes per day, a figure that reflects the relatively low overall rate. Over the course of the month, one crime occurred for every 278 residents, a statistic that contextualises the monthly exposure for South Norfolk’s population of 148,448. While this rate remains well below the UK average, the month-on-month reduction suggests a stabilisation in local crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective reinforces that residents face a lower risk of victimisation compared to the national average, though specific crime types such as drug-related incidents show upward trends that warrant attention.