Crime Rate in Bowthorpe: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Bowthorpe

The total recorded crimes in Bowthorpe, Norwich, UK in March 2025 are around 81 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Bowthorpe crime rate of 3.58 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 Bowthorpe, encompassing approximately 22,596 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Mar were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (32) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (20) incidents (81.82% increase)
  • Public order: (7) incidents (250.00% increase)
Bowthorpe Crime Hotspots

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

  • Swafield Street with total crimes: 8
  • Dereham Road with total crimes: 6
  • Wilkins Court with total crimes: 6

How safe is Bowthorpe?

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

  • Relative to Norwich:

    • In 2024, Bowthorpe demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Norwich average, with 944 crimes compared to 1615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Bowthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 12 other cities.

    • In 2023, Bowthorpe had fewer crimes than the Norwich average, with 964 crimes compared to 1,423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Bowthorpe recorded fewer crimes than 9 out of 12 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in Norwich, Bowthorpe has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Bowthorpe Crime Statstics

In March 2025 the Bowthorpe has recorded 81 crimes with crime rate of 3.58 ranking 10th out of 12 in the Norwich, UK

In 2024, the total Bowthorpe crimes were 944. The crime rate of Bowthorpe in 2024 was 41.78 (year) or 3.48 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the Norwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Bowthorpe were around 964 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.66 (year) or 3.56 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the Norwich.

AreaMarch 202520242023
CrimesRank (Norwich)CrimesRank (Norwich)CrimesRank (Norwich)
Thorpe Hamlet283 24,015 23,465 1
Mancroft371 14,308 13,089 2
Crome96 71,718 31,703 3
Mile Cross121 31,402 41,365 4
Catton Grove108 41,294 61,185 6
Wensum103 51,329 51,231 5
Town Close96 61,083 9937 11
Lakenham87 91,075 101,117 7
Nelson88 81,280 71,004 9
University60 121,111 81,071 8
Sewell80 11915 12842 12
Eaton50 13525 13520 13

Bowthorpe Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (32 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (20 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 24 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 11 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (23 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (21 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 40 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (25 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (32 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (24 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (9 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (36 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (28 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (40 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (34 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (8 incidents) also being high.

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 66 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20254
December 20248
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20246
July 20247
June 202412
May 20244
April 20245

A total of 411 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 34.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202532
February 202524
January 202523
December 202440
November 202425
October 202432
September 202424
August 202436
July 202445
June 202456
May 202440
April 202434

A total of 165 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 13.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 202520
February 202511
January 202521
December 202410
November 202416
October 202417
September 20246
August 202418
July 20248
June 202418
May 202412
April 20248

A total of 103 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 8.58 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 28 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20254
January 20256
December 20247
November 20246
October 20249
September 20249
August 20245
July 202412
June 202428
May 20247
April 20243

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
August 20241
May 20244
April 20242

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
April 20241

A total of 36 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 9 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
January 20259
December 20245
November 20242
October 20243
September 20243
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20245

A total of 51 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20257
February 20252
January 20255
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 20244
May 20241
April 20246

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
February 20251
December 20246
November 202410
October 20242
September 20246
August 20241
July 20243
June 20246
May 20244

A total of 30 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20252
January 20252
December 20243
October 20243
September 20243
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20245
April 20242

A total of 7 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
February 20251
August 20242
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20242

A total of 16 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20242
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20242
July 20244
June 20242
April 20242

High Crime Locations Bowthorpe in March 2025

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

1. Swafield Street (Map)
Total8
Anti-social behaviour3
Violence and sexual offences3
Shoplifting2
2. Dereham Road (Map)
Total6
Public order3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Wilkins Court (Map)
Total6
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
Other crime1
Public order1
4. Tolye Road (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson3
Drugs1
5. Ladysmock Way (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Peto Court (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1
7. Beecheno Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Possession of weapons1
8. Swallowtail Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order1
9. Thacker Way (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Burglary1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Bowthorpe Hall Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1

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