Crime Rate in Holt: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Holt

The total recorded crimes in Holt, North Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 16 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Holt crime rate of 4.17 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 Holt, encompassing approximately 3,833 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (20.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Burglary: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Holt Crime Hotspots

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

  • Elizabeth Crescent with total crimes: 3
  • Heath Drive with total crimes: 2
  • Park/Open Space with total crimes: 2

How safe is Holt?

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

  • Relative to North Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Holt reported a higher crime volume than the North Norfolk average, with 308 crimes compared to 203. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Holt witnessed more crimes than 25 out of 31 other areas in the North Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Holt experienced a greater number of crimes than the North Norfolk average, with 269 crimes compared to 192. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Holt witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 31 other areas in the North Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Norfolk, Holt has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Holt Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Holt has recorded 16 crimes with crime rate of 4.17 ranking 14th out of 31 in the North Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Holt crimes were 308. The crime rate of Holt in 2024 was 91.55 (year) or 7.63 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Holt were around 269 crimes with yearly crime rate of 70.17 (year) or 5.85 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Holt)CrimesRank (Holt)CrimesRank (Holt)
Cromer Town44 3537 1534 1
Bacton51 1286 9283 8
North Walsham East40 4439 3470 2
North Walsham West36 5443 2421 3
Beeston Regis & The Runtons46 2437 4417 4
Stalham33 7342 5406 5
Lancaster South34 6315 6323 6
Walsingham27 8299 8287 7
Trunch24 9153 17166 15
Hoveton & Tunstead17 13206 13227 10
Stody6 25279 10207 12
Sheringham South22 10200 14183 13
Gresham12 18261 11213 11
Lancaster North20 11234 12172 14
Mundesley19 12187 15159 17
Coastal15 15130 20134 18
Wells with Holkham15 16160 16160 16
Sheringham North14 17149 19128 19
Suffield Park9 21152 18107 22
Priory12 1999 2496 23
Briston4 29108 22119 20
Poppyland10 20100 2358 28
The Raynhams6 24118 21111 21
Hickling9 2298 2692 25
Roughton8 2387 2796 24
Happisburgh5 2698 2583 26
Worstead4 2778 2864 27
St Benet's4 2848 3048 30
Erpingham3 3067 2952 29
Stibbard3 3142 3143 31
North Walsham Market Cross1 3227 3225 32

Holt 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 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 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 (10 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (15 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (10 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (9 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

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

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
December 20242
August 20241

A total of 106 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.83 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20255
May 202511
April 20258
March 202510
February 202513
January 20256
December 20245
November 202415
October 20248
September 202410
August 20249

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 53 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.42 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20255
April 20253
March 20256
February 20256
January 20252
December 20246
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20247

A total of 22 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
March 20252
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20242
October 20245
August 20241

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20254
March 20254
February 20251
January 20254
December 20242
November 20248
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
April 20251
March 20253
February 20252
January 20252
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242

A total of 10 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.43 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
January 20251
September 20242
August 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20252
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20252
October 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
December 20241
September 20242

A total of 3 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253

High Crime Locations Holt in July 2025

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

1. Elizabeth Crescent (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Heath Drive (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total2
Burglary2
4. Princess Court (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Ainsworth Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Thompson Avenue (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Coronation Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Queen'S Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
9. Valley Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Old Station Way (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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