Crime Rate in Roughton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Roughton

The total recorded crimes in Roughton, North Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 8 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Roughton crime rate of 86.30 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 Roughton, encompassing approximately 92 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Other theft: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Drugs: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Roughton Crime Hotspots

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

  • Drurys Yard with total crimes: 2
  • Carr Lane with total crimes: 1
  • St Marys Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Roughton?

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

  • Relative to North Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Roughton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the North Norfolk average, with 87 crimes compared to 203.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Roughton recorded fewer crimes than 26 out of 31 other areas in the North Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Roughton had fewer crimes than the North Norfolk average, with 96 crimes compared to 192. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Roughton recorded fewer crimes than 22 out of 31 other areas in the North Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in North Norfolk, Roughton has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Roughton Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Roughton has recorded 8 crimes with crime rate of 86.30 ranking 23th out of 31 in the North Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Roughton crimes were 87. The crime rate of Roughton in 2024 was 2977.35 (year) or 248.11 (month) ranking it 27 dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Roughton were around 96 crimes with yearly crime rate of 2750.81 (year) or 229.23 (month) ranking 24 most dangerous area in the North Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Roughton)CrimesRank (Roughton)CrimesRank (Roughton)
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
Holt16 14308 7269 9
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
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

Roughton 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 5 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (7 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Other theft (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (4 incidents) and then Public order showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 2 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In December 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (3 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

In September 2024, Anti-social behaviour recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

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

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 36 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20258
May 20257
April 20253
February 20252
January 20253
November 20243
October 20241
August 20244

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

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20252
November 20241

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

MonthCount
July 20251
August 20241

A total of 8 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
March 20251
November 20241
August 20244

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

MonthCount
June 20251

A total of 13 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.44 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 7 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
January 20251
November 20242
August 20242

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 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
November 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251

High Crime Locations Roughton in July 2025

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

1. Drurys Yard (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Carr Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. St Marys Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Catton'S Drift (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. B1436 (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Beechlands Park (Map)
Total1
Drugs1

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