Crime Rate in Sewell: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Sewell

The total recorded crimes in Sewell, Norwich, UK in May 2025 are around 51 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Sewell crime rate of 1.27 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 Sewell, encompassing approximately 40,133 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (18) incidents (-10.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (12) incidents (-20.00% decrease)
  • Vehicle crime: (9) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Sewell Crime Hotspots

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

  • Lawson Road with total crimes: 4
  • Gilman Road with total crimes: 3
  • Pelham Road with total crimes: 3

How safe is Sewell?

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

  • Relative to Norwich:

    • In 2024, Sewell demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Norwich average, with 915 crimes compared to 1615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Sewell recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

    • In 2023, Sewell had fewer crimes than the Norwich average, with 842 crimes compared to 1,423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Sewell recorded fewer crimes than 11 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Sewell Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Sewell has recorded 51 crimes with crime rate of 1.27 ranking 12th out of 12 in the Norwich, UK

In 2024, the total Sewell crimes were 915. The crime rate of Sewell in 2024 was 22.80 (year) or 1.90 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the Norwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Sewell were around 842 crimes with yearly crime rate of 20.98 (year) or 1.75 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the Norwich.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Sewell)CrimesRank (Sewell)CrimesRank (Sewell)
Thorpe Hamlet247 24,015 23,465 1
Mancroft410 14,308 13,089 2
Crome128 31,718 31,703 3
Mile Cross116 41,402 41,365 4
Wensum113 51,329 51,231 5
Catton Grove104 61,294 61,185 6
Lakenham85 91,075 101,117 7
Nelson80 101,280 71,004 9
University95 71,111 81,071 8
Town Close87 81,083 9937 11
Bowthorpe74 11944 11964 10
Eaton45 13525 13520 13

Sewell Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (18 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (12 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (20 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (15 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (28 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (12 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 20 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (26 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 10 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (19 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (15 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (20 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (11 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (27 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 28 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 14 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (64 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (34 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (22 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 353 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 27.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 64 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202518
April 202520
March 202528
February 202520
January 202526
December 202427
November 202419
October 202420
September 202422
August 202427
July 202428
June 202464
May 202434

A total of 25 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.08 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20244
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 168 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 34 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202515
March 20257
February 20256
January 20257
December 20242
November 202415
October 20248
September 202411
August 202415
July 202414
June 202434
May 202422

A total of 46 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.54 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20254
December 20246
November 20244
October 20243
September 20242
August 20243
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20252
November 20241
September 20241
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 73 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20259
March 20256
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20247
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20246
June 202412
May 20246

A total of 31 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.58 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20242
October 20243
September 20242
August 20245
July 20241
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 68 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.23 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 202510
March 202512
February 20253
January 20254
December 20247
November 20243
October 20243
September 20245
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 20244

A total of 15 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 63 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20258
March 20258
February 20252
January 20255
December 20245
November 20244
October 20246
September 20244
August 20245
July 20248
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 87 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 20 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20257
March 202510
February 20256
January 20255
December 202410
November 20244
October 20246
September 20243
August 20247
July 20244
June 202420
May 20245

A total of 3 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
August 20241

A total of 8 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
November 20243
October 20241
September 20242

A total of 17 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.25 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20256
November 20241
June 20246
May 20244

High Crime Locations Sewell in May 2025

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

1. Lawson Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Vehicle crime1
2. Gilman Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime1
3. Pelham Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Traverse Street (Map)
Total2
Other crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Clare Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Drugs1
6. Steward Street (Map)
Total2
Vehicle crime1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Branford Road (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Supermarket (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
10. Maurice Raes Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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