Crime Rate in Sprowston Central: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sprowston Central

The total recorded crimes in Sprowston Central, Broadland, UK in March 2025 are around 34 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sprowston Central crime rate of 3.48 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 Sprowston Central, encompassing approximately 9,763 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (19) incidents (5.56% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Other theft: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Sprowston Central Crime Hotspots

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

  • Clover Court with total crimes: 7
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4
  • Parkland Crescent with total crimes: 4

How safe is Sprowston Central?

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

  • Relative to Broadland:

    • In 2024, Sprowston Central reported a higher crime volume than the Broadland average, with 283 crimes compared to 226. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Sprowston Central witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Sprowston Central experienced a greater number of crimes than the Broadland average, with 279 crimes compared to 212. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Sprowston Central witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Broadland, Sprowston Central has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Sprowston Central Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Sprowston Central has recorded 34 crimes with crime rate of 3.48 ranking 4th out of 26 in the Broadland, UK

In 2024, the total Sprowston Central crimes were 283. The crime rate of Sprowston Central in 2024 was 28.98 (year) or 2.42 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Broadland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sprowston Central were around 279 crimes with yearly crime rate of 28.57 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking 7 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
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
Blofield with South Walsham20 11218 12200 12
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

Sprowston Central Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson 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 18 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 (8 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

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

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (10 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 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 Shoplifting (5 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 27 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.45 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20252
January 20253
December 20242
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
August 20244
July 20242
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 16 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.45 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 132 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202519
February 202518
January 20258
December 20247
November 202411
October 202411
September 20247
August 20246
July 20247
June 202420
May 202411
April 20247

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
October 20241
September 20241

A total of 43 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20244
November 20242
October 20244
September 20245
August 20243
June 202410
May 20247
April 20245

A total of 30 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20253
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 7 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241

A total of 14 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20243
September 20241
July 20242
April 20242

A total of 13 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20242
November 20241
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

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

MonthCount
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 6 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20244
June 20242

A total of 8 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
June 20242
May 20242
April 20242

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

MonthCount
September 20241

High Crime Locations Sprowston Central in March 2025

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

1. Clover Court (Map)
Total7
Violence and sexual offences5
Other crime1
Other theft1
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
3. Parkland Crescent (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Wilks Farm Drive (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
5. Parking Area (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Other theft1
6. B1150 (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Coachmans Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Tusting Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Clover Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Rushmore Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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