Long Stratton Crime Rate October 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Long Stratton’s built-up area within South Norfolk recorded a crime rate of 4.0 per 1,000 residents in October 2023, a figure that is 50% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This rate, while relatively low, reflects a 26.4% increase from September, indicating localized shifts in criminal activity. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 58.3% of all reported incidents—2.3 per 1,000 residents. This category is 15% below the UK average for violent crimes, which stood at 2.7 per 1,000 in October. Anti-social behaviour, at 0.5 per 1,000, was 61% below the UK average of 1.3 per 1,000, while criminal damage and arson (0.5 per 1,000) was 21% below the UK average of 0.6 per 1,000. The seasonal context of October, with darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, may have contributed to the rise in certain crime categories. The area’s rural character and smaller population likely mean that even minor increases in crime are more noticeable, and community vigilance remains crucial. Public order offences, which rose by 100% compared to September, may be linked to increased gatherings or events during the month, while the surge in vehicle crime—now at 0.2 per 1,000—suggests a need for targeted awareness. These patterns highlight the importance of understanding local dynamics, as smaller communities often experience crime trends that differ from larger urban centres. The overall crime rate, though low, underscores the need for continued monitoring and community engagement to address emerging concerns.

October 2023 marked a significant rise in specific crime categories, with criminal damage and arson, public order offences, and vehicle crime all increasing by 100% compared to September. This surge, while still modest in absolute terms, indicates a shift in criminal activity that may be linked to seasonal factors such as darker evenings and Halloween. Violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 58.3% of all incidents—2.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 15% below the UK average for this category. Long Stratton's violent crime rate is 50% below the UK average overall, but the rise in property-related crimes such as vehicle crime (now 0.2 per 1,000) suggests a need for targeted awareness. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, fell by 50% to three incidents, a decrease that may reflect community efforts or seasonal changes in social activity. Residents should be particularly alert to the doubling of public order offences, which could signal increased gatherings or events during the month. The stark contrast in trends—such as the 100% increase in vehicle crime against a 50% decline in other theft—highlights the unpredictable nature of crime patterns in smaller communities. These fluctuations may be influenced by factors such as the timing of local festivals or changes in traffic flow during the month. The area’s rural setting and smaller population mean that even minor increases in crime can be more noticeable and require closer attention from residents and local authorities.

In October 2023, Long Stratton’s crime rate rose by 26.4% compared to September, increasing from 3.1 to 4.0 per 1,000 residents. While this remains significantly below the UK average of 8.0, the shift highlights localized fluctuations that may be influenced by seasonal factors such as darker evenings and community events. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately one crime reported each day in October, a figure that, while low, underscores the need for vigilance during periods of seasonal change. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 252 residents, a monthly exposure rate that reflects the relatively sparse nature of criminal activity in this built-up area. When scaled to the population of 6,046, this translates to a community where most residents experience no direct impact from crime. However, the rise in specific categories such as public order and vehicle crime suggests localized pressures that warrant attention. The area’s small size and rural character likely contribute to these dynamics, where even minor increases in crime can have visible effects on community safety. This contrast with larger urban centres, where crime rates are typically higher and more distributed, further emphasizes the unique context of Long Stratton’s built-up area within South Norfolk. The relatively low crime rate compared to the UK average indicates that the area is generally safer, but the month-on-month increase in certain categories necessitates targeted awareness and community engagement to address emerging trends.