Crime Rate in Thetford Boudica: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Thetford Boudica

The total recorded crimes in Thetford Boudica, Breckland, UK in May 2025 are around 23 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Thetford Boudica crime rate of 2.52 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 Thetford Boudica, encompassing approximately 9,136 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (9) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Thetford Boudica Crime Hotspots

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

  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Roman Way with total crimes: 3
  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 2

How safe is Thetford Boudica?

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

  • Relative to Breckland:

    • In 2024, Thetford Boudica demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Breckland average, with 270 crimes compared to 377.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Thetford Boudica recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 26 other areas in the Breckland.

    • In 2023, Thetford Boudica had fewer crimes than the Breckland average, with 302 crimes compared to 361. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Thetford Boudica witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 26 other areas in the Breckland.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Thetford Boudica Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Thetford Boudica has recorded 23 crimes with crime rate of 2.52 ranking 12th out of 26 in the Breckland, UK

In 2024, the total Thetford Boudica crimes were 270. The crime rate of Thetford Boudica in 2024 was 29.55 (year) or 2.46 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the Breckland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Thetford Boudica were around 302 crimes with yearly crime rate of 33.05 (year) or 2.75 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the Breckland.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Thetford Boudica)CrimesRank (Thetford Boudica)CrimesRank (Thetford Boudica)
Dereham Neatherd89 11,139 11,058 1
Thetford Priory69 31,031 21,006 2
Swaffham80 2802 4560 6
Thetford Burrell36 6912 3832 3
Bedingfeld12 22421 9794 4
Thetford Castle61 4749 5761 5
Attleborough Queens & Besthorpe48 5439 7430 8
Watton28 11605 6528 7
Dereham Toftwood33 7429 8371 9
Mattishall32 8274 14226 15
All Saints & Wayland29 9377 10299 14
Lincoln28 10323 12324 10
Dereham Withburga15 16344 11317 11
Saham Toney14 18308 13310 12
Guiltcross22 13138 22141 22
Ashill18 1484 2674 27
Shipdham-with-Scarning16 15167 21137 23
Hermitage9 25219 16186 16
Forest14 19193 18169 17
Attleborough Burgh & Haverscroft15 17196 17156 21
Nar Valley11 23132 23164 18
The Buckenhams & Banham13 20173 20162 19
Upper Wensum13 21175 19160 20
Harling & Heathlands6 27106 24131 24
Necton11 2494 2586 25
Launditch7 2674 2776 26

Thetford Boudica Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

February 2025 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 5 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 10 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Possession of weapons incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Drugs (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other theft 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 11 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 (20 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (10 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20252
November 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 15 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 120 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.23 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20256
March 20257
February 20257
January 202511
December 202410
November 20245
October 202411
September 20246
August 20247
July 202411
June 202420
May 202410

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.08 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20253
March 20254
February 20255
January 20252
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
December 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20253
March 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20243
July 20241
June 20246

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
October 20242

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
October 20241

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 17 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.12 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20242
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20246

A total of 1 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20253
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 13 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
June 20242

A total of 12 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.71 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
October 20241
September 20242
August 20241
June 20242
May 20243

High Crime Locations Thetford Boudica in May 2025

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

1. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Roman Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
3. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
4. Florence Barclay Close (Map)
Total2
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Richard Easten Road (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Scott Close (Map)
Total2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Catherine Howard Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Anne Bartholomew Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Stanford Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
10. Thetford (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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