Crime Rate in Mile Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mile Cross

The total recorded crimes in Mile Cross, Norwich, UK in July 2025 are around 103 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mile Cross crime rate of 3.23 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 Mile Cross, encompassing approximately 31,899 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (45) incidents (-19.64% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (-7.14% decrease)
  • Public order: (10) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Mile Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Boot Binders Road with total crimes: 10
  • Lefroy Road with total crimes: 6
  • Shorncliffe Close with total crimes: 5

How safe is Mile Cross?

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

  • Relative to Norwich:

    • In 2024, Mile Cross demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Norwich average, with 1402 crimes compared to 1615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Mile Cross witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

    • In 2023, Mile Cross had fewer crimes than the Norwich average, with 1,365 crimes compared to 1,423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Mile Cross witnessed more crimes than 9 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Mile Cross Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Mile Cross has recorded 103 crimes with crime rate of 3.23 ranking 6th out of 12 in the Norwich, UK

In 2024, the total Mile Cross crimes were 1,402. The crime rate of Mile Cross in 2024 was 43.95 (year) or 3.66 (month) ranking it 4 dangerous area in the Norwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mile Cross were around 1,365 crimes with yearly crime rate of 42.79 (year) or 3.57 (month) ranking 4 most dangerous area in the Norwich.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mile Cross)CrimesRank (Mile Cross)CrimesRank (Mile Cross)
Thorpe Hamlet288 24,015 23,465 1
Mancroft325 14,308 13,089 2
Crome149 31,718 31,703 3
Wensum124 41,329 51,231 5
Catton Grove107 51,294 61,185 6
Lakenham84 91,075 101,117 7
Nelson94 71,280 71,004 9
University71 111,111 81,071 8
Bowthorpe88 8944 11964 10
Town Close78 101,083 9937 11
Sewell59 12915 12842 12
Eaton44 13525 13520 13

Mile Cross 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 45 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (56 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (52 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (54 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (21 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (47 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 42 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (53 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 45 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (50 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (14 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (38 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (51 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (10 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (40 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (33 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 48 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20258
April 20255
March 20256
February 20252
January 20254
December 20243
November 20244
October 20244
September 20241
August 20245

A total of 573 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 47.75 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 56 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202545
June 202556
May 202552
April 202554
March 202547
February 202542
January 202553
December 202445
November 202450
October 202438
September 202451
August 202440

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20253
March 20252
February 20251
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 92 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 7.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202510
June 202510
May 20255
April 20255
March 20256
February 20253
January 20257
December 20245
November 20246
October 202416
September 202410
August 20249

A total of 214 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 17.83 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 33 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 202514
May 202515
April 202521
March 202526
February 202526
January 202515
December 202418
November 202414
October 202410
September 20249
August 202433

A total of 51 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.64 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
April 20252
March 20254
February 20258
January 20252
December 20247
November 20244
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 65 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 5.42 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20255
June 20253
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
February 20258
January 20254
December 202411
November 20249
October 20245
September 20242
August 20246

A total of 127 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 10.58 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20259
May 202517
April 20257
March 202514
February 20257
January 202512
December 202413
November 202414
October 20248
September 20246
August 202412

A total of 20 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 54 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.91 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20252
February 20251
December 202415
November 20241
October 20246
September 20245
August 20246

A total of 35 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.92 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20255
May 20252
April 20251
March 20256
February 20252
January 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20245

A total of 18 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
May 20252
April 20254
January 20251
December 20243
October 20242
September 20242
August 20242

A total of 15 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20245
October 20241
September 20241
August 20241

A total of 5 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
November 20241
October 20243

High Crime Locations Mile Cross in July 2025

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

1. Boot Binders Road (Map)
Total10
Shoplifting4
Violence and sexual offences4
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
2. Lefroy Road (Map)
Total6
Violence and sexual offences4
Public order2
3. Shorncliffe Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences3
Criminal damage and arson1
Robbery1
4. Sawmill Court (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Criminal damage and arson2
5. Bignold Road (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Other theft1
Shoplifting1
7. Bakers Road (Map)
Total3
Shoplifting2
Anti-social behaviour1
8. Lime Kiln Mews (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
9. Glenmore Gardens (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
10. Kirkpatrick Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3

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