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 March 2025 are around 20 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Blofield with South Walsham crime rate of 10.56 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 Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (62.50% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • 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,

  • Hamilton Close with total crimes: 2
  • Woodbastwick Road with total crimes: 2
  • St Andrew'S Way with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 March 2025 the Blofield with South Walsham has recorded 20 crimes with crime rate of 10.56 ranking 11th 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.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Broadland)CrimesRank (Broadland)CrimesRank (Broadland)
Aylsham33 5506 1465 1
Old Catton and Sprowston West37 1265 9301 6
Thorpe St Andrew South East32 7448 3435 2
Sprowston East36 2480 2353 4
Hellesdon South East36 3447 4426 3
Sprowston Central34 4283 8279 7
Hellesdon North West17 12416 5330 5
Brundall32 6356 6275 8
Wroxham27 9311 7271 9
Horsford and Felthorpe31 8249 10261 10
Thorpe St Andrew North West23 10244 11255 11
Spixworth with St Faiths12 16161 16189 13
Taverham North12 15197 13148 16
Buxton15 13169 14149 15
Plumstead9 20119 21152 14
Taverham South13 14150 17136 18
Acle11 17163 15123 22
Hevingham5 2585 24140 17
Eynesford11 18144 18133 19
Reepham5 24132 19123 21
Marshes10 19100 22121 23
Drayton North3 2682 26128 20
Burlingham9 21121 2087 25
Great Witchingham8 2292 2385 26
Coltishall7 2385 2592 24
Drayton South1 2771 2776 27

Blofield with South Walsham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

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 Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 15 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 (24 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In May 2024, Anti-social behaviour dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences 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 April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (2 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 28 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20245
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 20241

A total of 115 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202513
February 20258
January 20257
December 20248
November 20245
October 20246
September 20246
August 202414
July 202415
June 202424
May 20243
April 20246

A total of 14 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 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 17 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.89 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
January 20253
November 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20243
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20252
November 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
April 20242

A total of 3 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
May 20241

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20241

A total of 5 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241
July 20242
April 20241

A total of 2 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
July 20242
June 20242

High Crime Locations Blofield with South Walsham in March 2025

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

1. Hamilton Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Woodbastwick Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. St Andrew'S Way (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Alec East Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Ropes Walk (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. The Street (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. St Mary'S Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Shillito Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Braydeston Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Braydeston Hall Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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