Wymondham Crime Rate September 2024 | Monthly Statistics

September 2024 presented an unexpected surge in violent crime in Wymondham (South Norfolk), with violence and sexual offences rising sharply by 64.7% to 56 incidents—a stark contrast to the area's typically low crime profile. Despite this, the overall crime rate of 4.9 per 1,000 residents remains 36.4% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, reflecting the area's continued safety compared to national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences (47.1% of total incidents), followed by 'other crime' (14.3%) and public order offences (9.2%). This mix contrasts with the UK average, where violence and sexual offences account for 29.3% of all crimes. Seasonal factors may have played a role: September's back-to-school period and university freshers' week could have contributed to increased social interactions in public spaces, driving some of the violence and public order offences. However, the absence of significant property crime—burglary and bicycle theft rates are 100% below UK averages—suggests that Wymondham's built-up area, likely with a mix of residential and commercial zones, maintains robust security measures. The low rates of anti-social behaviour (66% below UK average) and criminal damage (29% below UK average) further highlight the area's generally orderly environment, though the sharp rise in violence remains an anomaly requiring closer examination.

The most striking shift in September 2024 was the 64.7% surge in violence and sexual offences, rising from 34 to 56 incidents—a jump that outpaced all other categories. This increase, occurring alongside a 57.1% rise in public order offences, contrasts sharply with declines in burglary (-50%) and anti-social behaviour (-43.8%). Wymondham's rate for 'other crime' (17 incidents) is 312% above the UK average of 0.2 per 1,000, though this category's definition remains opaque. Meanwhile, violent crime in Wymondham (2.3 per 1,000) is 12% below the UK average (2.6 per 1,000), a discrepancy that may reflect local policing priorities or community dynamics. Residents might find the 100% reduction in burglary from two to one incident particularly noteworthy, suggesting effective local deterrents despite the overall rise in violence.

Wymondham's crime rate in September 2024 rose slightly to 4.9 per 1,000 residents, marking a 3.6% increase from the previous month's 4.7 per 1,000. This translates to roughly four crimes reported per day on average, a figure that, while low, reflects the area's generally secure environment. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 204 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the relatively low frequency of incidents in this built-up area. When compared to the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000, Wymondham remains significantly safer, with its crime rate 36.4% below the national average. This contrast is particularly evident in categories like burglary and anti-social behaviour, where local rates are 100% and 66% below UK averages, respectively. The population context further highlights the disparity: with 24,294 residents, the area's crime statistics suggest a community where most individuals experience no direct impact from criminal activity during a typical month.