Crime Rate in Town Close: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Town Close

The total recorded crimes in Town Close, Norwich, UK in May 2025 are around 87 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Town Close crime rate of 2.10 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 Town Close, encompassing approximately 41,335 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (28) incidents (-3.45% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (14) incidents (180.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (30.00% increase)
Town Close Crime Hotspots

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

  • Sports/Recreation Area with total crimes: 12
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 6
  • Ninham Street with total crimes: 6

How safe is Town Close?

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

  • Relative to Norwich:

    • In 2024, Town Close demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Norwich average, with 1083 crimes compared to 1615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Town Close recorded fewer crimes than 8 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

    • In 2023, Town Close had fewer crimes than the Norwich average, with 937 crimes compared to 1,423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Town Close recorded fewer crimes than 10 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Town Close Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Town Close has recorded 87 crimes with crime rate of 2.10 ranking 8th out of 12 in the Norwich, UK

In 2024, the total Town Close crimes were 1,083. The crime rate of Town Close in 2024 was 26.20 (year) or 2.18 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the Norwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in Town Close were around 937 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.67 (year) or 1.89 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the Norwich.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Town Close)CrimesRank (Town Close)CrimesRank (Town Close)
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
Bowthorpe74 11944 11964 10
Sewell51 12915 12842 12
Eaton45 13525 13520 13

Town Close Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (28 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (29 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (19 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 19 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (29 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (25 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 27 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (30 reports) and Vehicle crime incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (34 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (33 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (19 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (30 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (26 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Anti-social behaviour saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 26 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (44 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (26 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (19 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (18 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 32 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.91 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
July 20243
June 202410
May 20242

A total of 60 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20252
March 20253
February 20254
January 20256
December 20242
November 20242
October 20246
September 20246
August 20243
July 20245
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 378 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 29.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 44 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202528
April 202529
March 202525
February 202524
January 202529
December 202427
November 202430
October 202434
September 202433
August 202430
July 202426
June 202444
May 202419

A total of 171 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 13.15 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202511
April 202516
March 202513
February 20255
January 202525
December 20245
November 20249
October 202412
September 202410
August 202410
July 202411
June 202426
May 202418

A total of 102 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.85 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 19 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 20255
March 202519
February 20254
January 20258
December 20242
November 202412
October 20245
September 20243
August 20244
July 20245
June 202414
May 20247

A total of 222 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 17.08 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 26 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202513
April 202510
March 202516
February 202519
January 20259
December 202413
November 202413
October 202415
September 202419
August 202426
July 202426
June 202426
May 202417

A total of 85 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.54 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20255
March 20254
February 20258
January 20255
December 20245
November 20246
October 20247
September 20245
August 202411
July 20246
June 202410
May 20247

A total of 43 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 4.30 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20252
March 20254
February 20259
November 202417
October 20243
September 20241
August 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 31 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20251
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20244
November 20246
October 20245
September 20242
August 20242
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20253
January 20251
October 20241
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 15 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 9 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20253
September 20241
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 10 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
January 20251
December 20245
November 20241
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 23 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.92 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

High Crime Locations Town Close in May 2025

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

1. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total12
Violence and sexual offences5
Criminal damage and arson3
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
2. Petrol Station (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting4
Robbery1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Ninham Street (Map)
Total6
Shoplifting6
4. Durham Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson4
5. Rutland Street (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Essex Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Rupert Street (Map)
Total4
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Regina Road (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences3
Anti-social behaviour1
9. St Stephens Road (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Gloucester Street (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson3

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