Wymondham Crime Rate January 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Wymondham's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 4.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. This performance aligns with the area's status as a built-up community within South Norfolk, where lower population density and strong local networks may contribute to reduced crime levels. Violence and sexual offences dominated the crime profile, accounting for 44.1% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (16.1%) and criminal damage and arson (10.2%). These figures reflect the area's demographic and geographic characteristics, with violent crime likely influenced by seasonal factors such as post-holiday transitions and reduced retail activity. The low rate of property crime—27 incidents in total—contrasts with the UK average, where property offences typically make up a larger share of the crime mix. This discrepancy may be attributed to Wymondham's limited commercial centres and the absence of high-footfall areas that drive shoplifting or vehicle crime. Seasonal context further informs the data: January's shorter days and post-holiday lull likely reduced opportunities for outdoor crimes, though the sharp increase in criminal damage and arson suggests other dynamics at play. The area's crime picture remains stable compared to previous months, with no significant spikes in theft or burglary that might indicate broader trends.

The most striking change in January 2024 was a 200% surge in criminal damage and arson, rising from four to twelve incidents. This sharp increase, though not uncommon in post-holiday periods, contrasts with the 66.7% drop in burglary, which fell from three to one. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 44.1% of all crimes, significantly below the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000). Drug-related crimes were 43% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect local patterns in substance use or policing focus. Bicycle theft doubled from zero to two incidents, a change that could be linked to seasonal shifts in outdoor activity or vehicle storage practices. The overall crime mix remains skewed toward violent crime, with property crimes making up just 23% of the total, compared to the UK's more balanced distribution.

Wymondham's crime rate in January 2024 rose by 24.3% compared to December 2023, moving from 3.9 to 4.9 per 1,000 residents. This increase, though significant, remains 33.8% below the UK average of 7.4 per 1,000. Daily crime activity averaged four reported incidents per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of local policing efforts. Over the course of January, one crime was reported for every 206 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places the area in a safer bracket compared to national averages. This statistic is particularly meaningful for residents, offering a tangible measure of the likelihood of encountering crime within their community. The population context further underscores that Wymondham's relatively low crime rate is consistent with its status as a built-up area within South Norfolk, where community cohesion and local initiatives may contribute to sustained safety outcomes.