Crime Rate in Sprowston East: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sprowston East

The total recorded crimes in Sprowston East, Broadland, UK in March 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sprowston East crime rate of 2.14 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 East, encompassing approximately 16,826 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (28.57% increase)
  • Shoplifting: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
Sprowston East Crime Hotspots

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

  • Roundtree Way with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 3
  • Lurkins Crescent with total crimes: 3

How safe is Sprowston East?

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

  • Relative to Broadland:

    • In 2024, Sprowston East reported a higher crime volume than the Broadland average, with 480 crimes compared to 226. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Sprowston East witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 26 other cities.

    • In 2023, Sprowston East experienced a greater number of crimes than the Broadland average, with 353 crimes compared to 212. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Sprowston East witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 26 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sprowston East Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Sprowston East has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 2.14 ranking 2th out of 26 in the Broadland, UK

In 2024, the total Sprowston East crimes were 480. The crime rate of Sprowston East in 2024 was 28.53 (year) or 2.38 (month) ranking it 2 dangerous area in the Broadland.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sprowston East were around 353 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.98 (year) or 1.75 (month) ranking 4 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
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
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 East Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 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 Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 14 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (15 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Shoplifting (9 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (8 incidents).

July 2024 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 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (24 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 178 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 14.83 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 24 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202518
February 202514
January 202511
December 202414
November 202410
October 202418
September 202415
August 20248
July 202418
June 202424
May 202412
April 202416

A total of 20 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20255
October 20242
September 20242
July 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 40 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20254
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20246
May 20247
April 20244

A total of 60 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20255
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20244
September 20246
August 20249
July 20244
June 202416
May 20242
April 20248

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 25 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20253
January 20254
December 20242
October 20242
September 20242
August 20245
July 20243
May 20243
April 20241

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
August 20243
July 20243
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20255
January 20255
December 20243
October 20248
September 20245
August 20245
July 20246
June 20244
May 20249
April 20241

A total of 24 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 202412
May 20244
April 20241

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20253
December 20241
November 20242
October 20242
September 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241

A total of 9 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
July 20241
May 20242
April 20243

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

MonthCount
December 20241
October 20241
June 20242
April 20241

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

High Crime Locations Sprowston East in March 2025

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

1. Roundtree Way (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Lurkins Crescent (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
4. Pinetrees Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Kingfisher Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Towler Drive (Map)
Total2
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Leveson Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
8. Trendall Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Goodson Road (Map)
Total2
Public order2

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