Crime Rate in Central Wymondham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central Wymondham

The total recorded crimes in Central Wymondham, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 21 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central Wymondham crime rate of 3.88 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 Central Wymondham, encompassing approximately 5,410 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (6) incidents (-57.14% decrease)
  • Public order: (4) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Central Wymondham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Avenue Road with total crimes: 5
  • Albansfield with total crimes: 2
  • Hubbard Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Central Wymondham?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Central Wymondham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 274 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Central Wymondham witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Central Wymondham experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 295 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Central Wymondham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Norfolk, Central Wymondham has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Central Wymondham Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Central Wymondham has recorded 21 crimes with crime rate of 3.88 ranking 12th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Central Wymondham crimes were 274. The crime rate of Central Wymondham in 2024 was 50.64 (year) or 4.22 (month) ranking it 12 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Central Wymondham were around 295 crimes with yearly crime rate of 54.52 (year) or 4.54 (month) ranking 11 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Central Wymondham)CrimesRank (Central Wymondham)CrimesRank (Central Wymondham)
Hethersett131 11,348 11,304 1
Diss & Roydon62 4828 4714 2
South Wymondham84 2906 2519 4
Old Costessey75 3892 3651 3
Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse29 7478 5406 5
North Wymondham36 5421 6205 13
Loddon & Chedgrave25 10333 7383 6
New Costessey32 6320 8329 9
Stratton27 9312 9346 7
Harleston19 13230 14341 8
Cringleford28 8310 10181 15
Ditchingham & Earsham22 11289 11321 10
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross19 15202 15205 12
Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole18 16247 13200 14
Bressingham & Burston19 14128 17145 16
Hingham & Deopham13 18155 16114 18
Wicklewood6 22127 18139 17
Easton18 1797 1982 23
Forncett6 2062 25102 19
Thurlton8 1978 2188 20
Newton Flotman4 2390 2087 21
Hempnall6 2150 2677 24
Bunwell3 2466 2384 22
Brooke3 2570 2271 25
Rockland2 2665 2451 26

Central Wymondham 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 6 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (17 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (5 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (10 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 4 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
November 20241

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.57 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20252
March 20251
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
May 20252
February 20252
December 20241
November 202410
October 20244

A total of 100 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 10.00 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 17 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 202514
May 202515
April 20258
March 202517
February 202513
January 20256
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249

A total of 28 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20258
May 20251
April 20251
March 20255
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244

A total of 2 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20251

A total of 23 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.30 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
June 20253
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20252
May 20251

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 1 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251

A total of 7 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242

High Crime Locations Central Wymondham in July 2025

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

1. Avenue Road (Map)
Total5
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Other crime1
Public order1
2. Albansfield (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
3. Hubbard Close (Map)
Total1
Vehicle crime1
4. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
5. Fern Court (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
6. Stile Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Banister Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Northfield Gardens (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Bainards Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Ethel Gooch Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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