Wymondham Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Wymondham’s crime profile in February 2025, accounting for 50% of all reported incidents — a stark contrast to the UK average, where such crimes contribute 2.4 per 1,000 residents. The area’s overall crime rate of 4.2 per 1,000 was 37.3% below the national average of 6.7, a gap that reflects both the effectiveness of local policing and the unique characteristics of this built-up area within South Norfolk. While violent crimes remained the most prevalent category, the breakdown revealed striking disparities in how different offence types compared to the UK. For instance, anti-social behaviour. in February, still remained 59% below the national rate. This suggests that while the town may face challenges in addressing certain types of disorder, its broader crime environment is significantly more stable than the UK average. The seasonal context of February — a winter month marked by low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull — likely contributes to the observed patterns, with reduced public spaces and colder weather potentially limiting opportunities for property-related crimes. However, the persistence of violence as the primary concern highlights the need for targeted interventions in this category. The UK average for 'other crime' is 0.2 per 1,000, yet Wymondham reported 16 such incidents, a 337% discrepancy that underscores the complexity of local crime dynamics. This could be linked to the area’s specific social or economic conditions, though further analysis would be needed to confirm this. Overall, the data illustrates a community that, while generally safer than the national average, must remain vigilant in addressing its most pressing crime challenges.

February saw a notable 28.6% increase in anti-social behaviour, with incidents rising from seven to nine. This follows a broader trend in the area where anti-social behaviour has consistently remained below the UK average, suggesting local factors may be influencing this shift. Conversely, other theft dropped sharply by 66.7%, from six to two incidents, reflecting a possible reduction in targeted theft activity. Shoplifting also fell by 27.3%, aligning with seasonal patterns that typically see lower retail crime during colder months. The category of 'other crime' stood out as 337% above the UK average, with 16 incidents reported — a figure that warrants closer examination given its disproportionate contribution to the local crime profile. These fluctuations highlight the dynamic nature of crime in Wymondham, where specific categories may respond differently to seasonal and environmental changes.

Wymondham's crime rate in February 2025 dropped by 17.0% compared to the previous month, falling from 5.1 to 4.2 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with the seasonal lull typical of winter months, when outdoor activity and public gatherings are reduced. Locally, the average resident experienced a reported crime once every 238 people over the course of the month — a figure that, while low, underscores the consistent presence of crime in daily life. On a daily basis, the area saw roughly four crimes reported each day, a number that, when contextualised against the town’s population of 24,294, highlights the relatively low frequency of incidents compared to larger urban centres. The drop in overall crime rate also reflects a shift in crime mix, with violent offences remaining the dominant category but property crimes and anti-social behaviour showing distinct trends. For residents, this suggests a continuing emphasis on addressing the root causes of violent crime, even as other categories fluctuate.