Crime Rate in Central Wymondham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Central Wymondham

The total recorded crimes in Central Wymondham, South Norfolk, UK in February 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Central Wymondham crime rate of 3.33 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 Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (13) incidents (116.67% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Other theft: (1) incidents (-66.67% decrease)
Central Wymondham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Brewery Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Market Street with total crimes: 3
  • Ethel Gooch Road with total crimes: 2

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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 February 2025 the Central Wymondham has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 3.33 ranking 9th 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.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Norfolk)CrimesRank (South Norfolk)CrimesRank (South Norfolk)
Hethersett68 11,348 11,304 1
Diss & Roydon50 4828 4714 2
South Wymondham68 2906 2519 4
Old Costessey54 3892 3651 3
Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse26 5478 5406 5
Loddon & Chedgrave19 7333 7383 6
North Wymondham20 6421 6205 13
Stratton13 14312 9346 7
Harleston15 12230 14341 8
New Costessey16 11320 8329 9
Cringleford18 8310 10181 15
Ditchingham & Earsham16 10289 11321 10
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross14 13202 15205 12
Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole10 17247 13200 14
Easton13 1597 1982 23
Bressingham & Burston9 20128 17145 16
Hingham & Deopham9 18155 16114 18
Wicklewood13 16127 18139 17
Forncett8 2262 25102 19
Bunwell9 1966 2384 22
Thurlton8 2178 2188 20
Newton Flotman8 2390 2087 21
Brooke2 2670 2271 25
Hempnall3 2550 2677 24
Rockland5 2465 2451 26

Central Wymondham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (13 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 13 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (3 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 108 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 9.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 202513
January 20256
December 20247
November 20245
October 20249
September 202413
August 20242
July 202413
June 202418
May 20249
April 20246
March 20247

A total of 22 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.75 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 10 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
December 20241
November 202410
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
June 20242
March 20241

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20253
December 20241
August 20241
July 20242
March 20243

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20245
October 20242
September 20246
August 20242
July 20242
June 202416
May 20243
April 20243

A total of 19 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20242
June 20244
May 20243
April 20242
March 20241

A total of 37 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.36 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20254
December 20241
November 20241
October 20244
September 20243
August 20245
July 20246
June 20248
May 20241
April 20241
March 20243

A total of 8 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
December 20241
November 20241
October 20242
August 20242
June 20242

A total of 1 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 9 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 3.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20242
August 20241
June 20246

A total of 2 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
April 20241

A total of 3 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20241

High Crime Locations Central Wymondham in February 2025

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

1. Brewery Lane (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
2. Market Street (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Other theft1
3. Ethel Gooch Road (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Further/Higher Educational Building (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Bridewell Street (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
6. Hubbard Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
8. Rothbury Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Back Lane (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Whitehorse Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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