Long Stratton Crime Rate March 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Long Stratton’s crime rate in March 2023 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, placing it 2.6% below the UK average of 7.6. This position reflects a combination of local characteristics and broader national trends, with the area’s built-up nature within South Norfolk likely influencing its crime profile. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.1% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour at 22.2%. These figures contrast with the UK averages, where violence and sexual offences are 2.7 per 1,000 (16% below Long Stratton’s rate), and anti-social behaviour is 1.0 per 1,000 (63% below). The seasonal transition to spring may have played a role in shaping these patterns, as lengthening evenings could influence both victim behaviour and offender activity. However, the area’s lower population density and rural-adjacent setting may contribute to the overall lower crime rate compared to more densely populated urban centres. Categories such as criminal damage, public order, and other theft exceeded UK averages by 33%, 25%, and 36%, respectively, indicating areas where local factors—such as community engagement or environmental conditions—may be more pronounced. Conversely, shoplifting was 59% below the UK average, a statistic that could be linked to the area’s retail landscape or effective local measures to deter such crimes. These insights illustrate a community that, while not entirely free from crime, maintains a relatively stable and manageable crime profile through a combination of environmental, social, and demographic factors.

March 2023 saw a notable shift in the crime mix, with violent crimes accounting for 31.1% of total incidents—slightly above the UK average for this category. This contrasts with a 16% below UK average for violence and sexual offences, suggesting a nuanced breakdown in local patterns. Anti-social behaviour, however, stood out as a significant concern, with rates 63% above the UK average. This discrepancy may reflect local social dynamics or environmental factors, such as the area’s built-up nature and proximity to rural spaces. Other theft and criminal damage also exceeded UK averages by 36% and 33%, respectively, indicating potential vulnerabilities in property security or community oversight. Conversely, shoplifting was 59% below the UK average, a figure that could be attributed to the area’s retail profile or effective local policing strategies. These variations highlight the importance of targeted interventions, particularly in addressing anti-social behaviour and public order issues, which remain high compared to national benchmarks.

Long Stratton’s crime rate in March 2023 remained stable compared to the previous month, with no significant fluctuations reported. The daily crime count averaged one incident per day, reflecting a consistent pattern in this built-up area of South Norfolk. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 134 residents, illustrating the relative low frequency of incidents in a community of 6,046 people. This monthly exposure figure underscores the broader context of crime in a small, rural-adjacent area where community cohesion and limited urban density may contribute to lower overall rates. When compared to the UK average, Long Stratton’s rate of 7.4 per 1,000 residents highlights a slight advantage in safety, though local factors such as anti-social behaviour and public order issues remain areas of concern. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the area is not immune to crime, its smaller size and potentially lower population density may naturally moderate the frequency of incidents. This balance between local characteristics and national trends offers a nuanced view of Long Stratton’s position within the UK’s broader crime profile.