Crime Rate in Blofield with South Walsham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Blofield with South Walsham

The total recorded crimes in Blofield with South Walsham, Broadland, UK in July 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blofield with South Walsham crime rate of 8.98 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 Blofield with South Walsham, encompassing approximately 1,893 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (7) incidents (16.67% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Blofield with South Walsham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Braydeston Drive with total crimes: 2
  • St Andrew'S Way with total crimes: 2
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 1

How safe is Blofield with South Walsham?

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

  • Relative to Broadland:

    • In 2024, Blofield with South Walsham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Broadland average, with 218 crimes compared to 226.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Blofield with South Walsham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 26 other areas in the Broadland.

    • In 2023, Blofield with South Walsham had fewer crimes than the Broadland average, with 200 crimes compared to 212. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Blofield with South Walsham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 26 other areas in the Broadland.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Broadland, Blofield with South Walsham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Blofield with South Walsham Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Blofield with South Walsham has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 8.98 ranking 14th out of 26 in the Broadland, UK

In 2024, the total Blofield with South Walsham crimes were 218. The crime rate of Blofield with South Walsham in 2024 was 115.13 (year) or 9.59 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Broadland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Blofield with South Walsham were around 200 crimes with yearly crime rate of 105.62 (year) or 8.80 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Broadland.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Blofield with South Walsham)CrimesRank (Blofield with South Walsham)CrimesRank (Blofield with South Walsham)
Aylsham29 8506 1465 1
Wroxham46 1311 7271 9
Thorpe St Andrew South East34 4448 3435 2
Sprowston East30 6480 2353 4
Old Catton and Sprowston West44 2265 9301 6
Hellesdon South East44 3447 4426 3
Hellesdon North West24 10416 5330 5
Horsford and Felthorpe31 5249 10261 10
Brundall29 7356 6275 8
Sprowston Central23 11283 8279 7
Plumstead26 9119 21152 14
Thorpe St Andrew North West17 15244 11255 11
Acle21 12163 15123 22
Spixworth with St Faiths9 19161 16189 13
Taverham North15 16197 13148 16
Buxton18 13169 14149 15
Hevingham7 2285 24140 17
Taverham South11 17150 17136 18
Eynesford8 20144 18133 19
Reepham10 18132 19123 21
Drayton North6 2482 26128 20
Burlingham7 21121 2087 25
Marshes6 25100 22121 23
Great Witchingham6 2692 2385 26
Coltishall7 2385 2592 24
Drayton South3 2771 2776 27

Blofield with South Walsham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 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 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Other crime also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (5 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (13 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 70 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 7.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20256
May 20255
April 20255
March 202513
February 20258
January 20257
December 20248
November 20245
October 20246

A total of 1 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 17 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.70 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20253
May 20251
April 20252
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
March 20252
January 20251
October 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242

A total of 1 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251
April 20252
January 20252
November 20242

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
November 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Blofield with South Walsham in July 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Blofield with South Walsham postcode area is presented below.

1. Braydeston Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. St Andrew'S Way (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Parking Area (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Panxworth Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Oakfield Drive (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
6. Shreeve Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Gunns Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Holly Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Blofield Corner Road (Map)
Total1
Bicycle theft1
10. Newstead Gardens (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1

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