Crime Rate in University: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in University

The total recorded crimes in University, Norwich, UK in May 2025 are around 95 as per the recent police data. This equates to a University crime rate of 1.86 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 University, encompassing approximately 51,070 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (44) incidents (18.92% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (16) incidents (77.78% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (9) incidents (200.00% increase)
University Crime Hotspots

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

  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 8
  • Suffolk Road with total crimes: 8
  • Fairfax Road with total crimes: 5

How safe is University?

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

  • Relative to Norwich:

    • In 2024, University demonstrated a lower crime volume than the Norwich average, with 1111 crimes compared to 1615.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, University recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

    • In 2023, University had fewer crimes than the Norwich average, with 1,071 crimes compared to 1,423. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, University recorded fewer crimes than 7 out of 12 other areas in the Norwich.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

University Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the University has recorded 95 crimes with crime rate of 2.00 ranking 7th out of 12 in the Norwich, UK

In 2024, the total University crimes were 1,111. The crime rate of University in 2024 was 22.38 (year) or 1.87 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the Norwich.

In 2023, the total crimes in University were around 1,071 crimes with yearly crime rate of 22.05 (year) or 1.84 (month) ranking 8 most dangerous area in the Norwich.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (University)CrimesRank (University)CrimesRank (University)
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
Town Close87 81,083 9937 11
Bowthorpe74 11944 11964 10
Sewell51 12915 12842 12
Eaton45 13525 13520 13

University Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (44 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (16 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (37 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (9 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (26 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (9 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 25 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 12 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (11 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 26 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 9 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (35 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (9 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (26 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (11 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 Anti-social behaviour (12 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (25 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (10 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 39 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 18 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (62 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (30 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (46 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (21 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 436 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 33.54 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 62 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202544
April 202537
March 202526
February 202525
January 202521
December 202426
November 202435
October 202426
September 202424
August 202425
July 202439
June 202462
May 202446

A total of 41 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.73 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
February 202512
January 20252
December 20247
October 20241
September 20243
August 20241
July 20242
June 20248
May 20242

A total of 69 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.31 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20254
February 20255
January 20252
December 20241
November 20244
October 20249
September 20248
August 20245
July 20248
June 202412
May 20244

A total of 151 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 11.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 30 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202516
April 20259
March 20259
February 20256
January 202511
December 20246
November 20248
October 202410
September 202412
August 202410
July 202418
June 202430
May 20246

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 12 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20259
April 20253
March 20258
February 20259
January 20258
December 20249
November 20249
October 20247
September 20245
August 20247
July 20242
June 202412
May 202411

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20243
October 20246
September 20241
July 20241
May 20243

A total of 14 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
December 20243
September 20243
June 20242
May 20241

A total of 44 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
January 20253
December 20246
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 20247

A total of 73 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 5.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 14 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20254
March 20252
February 20259
January 20254
December 20244
November 20244
October 20247
September 20244
August 20248
July 20246
June 202414
May 20244

A total of 7 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
January 20251
November 20241
May 20242

A total of 115 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.85 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 21 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20256
April 20252
March 20254
February 202511
January 20258
December 20249
November 20246
October 202411
September 20243
August 20249
July 202413
June 202412
May 202421

A total of 6 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
November 20241
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 16 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20253
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241
September 20241
July 20242
June 20244

A total of 22 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20243
August 20243
July 20245
June 20244
May 20241

High Crime Locations University in May 2025

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

1. Petrol Station (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour1
Public order1
Robbery1
2. Suffolk Road (Map)
Total8
Violence and sexual offences4
Bicycle theft2
Other theft1
Theft from the person1
3. Fairfax Road (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour2
Public order2
Robbery1
4. Percival Close (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting4
6. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting2
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Earlham Green Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
8. Brereton Close (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Vehicle crime1
9. Jessopp Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Theft from the person1
10. Norfolk Road (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1
Violence and sexual offences1

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