Crime Rate in Guiltcross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Guiltcross

The total recorded crimes in Guiltcross, Breckland, UK in March 2025 are around 12 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Guiltcross crime rate of 118.58 per 1,000 population.

It's important to note that this crime data is based on the Geographic Boundry data provided by the ONS around Guiltcross, encompassing approximately 101 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (4) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Guiltcross Crime Hotspots

The surrounding areas of below locations have emerged as crime hotspots,

  • Top Drag Way with total crimes: 5
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 2
  • West Harling Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Guiltcross?

To understand the safety of Guiltcross, we need to analyze Guiltcross crime statistics in relation to regional averages. Lets examine the available data and provide a balanced assessment.

  • Relative to Breckland:

    • In 2024, Guiltcross demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Breckland average, with 138 crimes compared to 377.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Guiltcross recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Guiltcross had fewer crimes than the Breckland average, with 141 crimes compared to 361. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Guiltcross recorded fewer crimes than 21 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Breckland, Guiltcross has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

    • The trend in crime rates suggests Positive changes in overall safety.

Guiltcross Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Guiltcross has recorded 12 crimes with crime rate of 118.58 ranking 20th out of 26 in the Breckland, UK

In 2024, the total Guiltcross crimes were 138. The crime rate of Guiltcross in 2024 was 1363.64 (year) or 113.64 (month) ranking it 22 dangerous area in the Breckland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Guiltcross were around 141 crimes with yearly crime rate of 1393.28 (year) or 116.11 (month) ranking 22 most dangerous area in the Breckland.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Breckland)CrimesRank (Breckland)CrimesRank (Breckland)
Dereham Neatherd108 11,139 11,058 1
Thetford Priory61 41,031 21,006 2
Thetford Castle70 2749 5761 5
Thetford Burrell42 6912 3832 3
Swaffham66 3802 4560 6
Bedingfeld11 23421 9794 4
Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe45 5439 7430 8
Watton41 7605 6528 7
Dereham Toftwood30 8429 8371 9
Lincoln28 9323 12324 10
All Saints & Wayland23 12377 10299 14
Forest26 10193 18169 17
Dereham Withburga23 13344 11317 11
Mattishall24 11274 14226 15
Saham Toney14 17308 13310 12
Thetford Boudica18 14270 15302 13
Upper Wensum18 15175 19160 20
Hermitage12 21219 16186 16
Harling & Heathlands15 16106 24131 24
Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft12 19196 17156 21
Nar Valley8 25132 23164 18
Ashill13 1884 2674 27
The Buckenhams & Banham11 22173 20162 19
Shipdham-with-Scarning10 24167 21137 23
Necton6 2694 2586 25
Launditch3 2774 2776 26

Guiltcross Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (4 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (4 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Burglary dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (5 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (4 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 9 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
November 20241
August 20241
June 20242
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 6 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
July 20241
April 20241

A total of 7 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20242
July 20241
April 20242

A total of 62 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.17 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20252
January 20256
December 202410
November 20243
October 20241
September 20243
August 20245
July 20247
June 202410
May 20244
April 20247

A total of 13 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
May 20241

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.14 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
April 20241

A total of 8 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20242
June 20242
April 20243

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Guiltcross in March 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Guiltcross postcode area is presented below.

1. Top Drag Way (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Drugs1
Other theft1
2. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
3. West Harling Road (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
4. The Beck (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
5. Back Lane (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
6. Crown Courtyard (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Primrose Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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