Queen's Hills Crime Rate April 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Queen's Hills maintained a remarkably low crime rate in April 2024, with 1.3 crimes per 1,000 residents — 83.1% below the UK average of 7.7. This places the area among the safest in the country, particularly notable given its built-up character within South Norfolk. The most common offences were shoplifting (28.6% of total crimes) and public order incidents (14.3%), with violence and sexual offences accounting for another 14.3%. The seasonal context of April — marked by Easter and spring weather — likely contributed to increased foot traffic in local shops, potentially explaining the rise in shoplifting. However, the area's overall safety profile remained strong, with violent crime rates 92% below the UK average. The low crime rate may reflect a combination of community cohesion, effective local policing, and the area's smaller, more contained nature compared to larger urban centres. While shoplifting and other crimes saw sharp increases, these were offset by steep declines in more serious violent offences, suggesting a combination of factors influencing crime patterns. The data underscores Queen's Hills as a place where community-focused initiatives may play a significant role in maintaining safety, even during periods of increased outdoor activity.

April 2024 saw a 100% increase in shoplifting cases, rising from 1 to 2 incidents — a trend consistent with Easter-related retail activity. This was matched by a 100% rise in 'other crime' and drug-related offences, though these remained at single-digit levels. Conversely, violent crime fell sharply by 88.9% month-on-month, dropping from 9 to 1 incident — a dramatic shift that may reflect seasonal patterns or effective policing during the Easter period. Public order offences also declined by 75%, from 4 to 1, suggesting a calmer environment in local spaces. Shoplifting in Queen's Hills remains 40% below the UK average (0.4 vs 0.7 per 1,000), while public order offences are 62% below the national rate. Violence and sexual offences, at 0.2 per 1,000, are 92% below the UK average of 2.6. The only category above UK levels was 'other crime', which is 25% higher than the national average of 0.2 per 1,000. These variations highlight the area's unique crime profile, with retail-focused offences dominating but violent crime remaining exceptionally low.

The crime rate in Queen's Hills fell 56.2% from 2.9 per 1,000 in March 2024 to 1.3 per 1,000 in April, marking a significant improvement in safety. On a daily basis, the area recorded roughly 0 crimes per day in April — a figure that would be highly unusual in most UK locations. Over the course of the month, 1 reported crime occurred for every 789 residents, a ratio that is exceptionally low compared to the UK average. With a population of 5,524, this means Queen's Hills experienced a level of safety where the likelihood of an individual being directly affected by crime is minimal. The reduction in violent crime, in particular, stands out — an 88.9% drop from the previous month — suggesting that April's Easter period may have been managed effectively through community engagement or increased police presence. The area's low crime rate is also reflected in its population-scaled perspective: for every 1,000 residents, Queen's Hills experiences just 1.3 crimes, compared to 7.7 across the UK. This stark contrast highlights the area's unique position as a low-crime hub within South Norfolk, where residents are far less likely to encounter crime than the national average.