Crime Rate in Cringleford: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Cringleford

The total recorded crimes in Cringleford, South Norfolk, UK in May 2025 are around 18 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Cringleford crime rate of 5.91 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 Cringleford, encompassing approximately 3,043 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (12) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Cringleford Crime Hotspots

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

  • Round House Way with total crimes: 3
  • Cantley Lane with total crimes: 3
  • Fir Hill with total crimes: 2

How safe is Cringleford?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Cringleford demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 310 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Cringleford witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Cringleford had fewer crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 181 crimes compared to 286. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Cringleford recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Cringleford Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Cringleford has recorded 18 crimes with crime rate of 5.91 ranking 12th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Cringleford crimes were 310. The crime rate of Cringleford in 2024 was 101.85 (year) or 8.49 (month) ranking it 10 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Cringleford were around 181 crimes with yearly crime rate of 59.47 (year) or 4.96 (month) ranking 15 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Cringleford)CrimesRank (Cringleford)CrimesRank (Cringleford)
Hethersett142 11,348 11,304 1
Diss & Roydon60 3828 4714 2
South Wymondham59 4906 2519 4
Old Costessey65 2892 3651 3
Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse38 6478 5406 5
North Wymondham39 5421 6205 13
Loddon & Chedgrave24 11333 7383 6
Stratton18 13312 9346 7
Central Wymondham29 7274 12295 11
Harleston12 16230 14341 8
New Costessey28 8320 8329 9
Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole26 9247 13200 14
Ditchingham & Earsham17 14289 11321 10
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross25 10202 15205 12
Bressingham & Burston16 15128 17145 16
Hingham & Deopham11 17155 16114 18
Wicklewood10 19127 18139 17
Newton Flotman10 1890 2087 21
Forncett4 2462 25102 19
Easton8 2097 1982 23
Thurlton3 2578 2188 20
Bunwell6 2166 2384 22
Brooke6 2270 2271 25
Hempnall4 2350 2677 24
Rockland3 2665 2451 26

Cringleford Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (12 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (4 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (6 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 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 12 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 8 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (18 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (5 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (18 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 6 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 162 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 12.46 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202512
April 202512
March 202516
February 20257
January 202518
December 202412
November 202412
October 20245
September 202418
August 202418
July 202412
June 202412
May 20248

A total of 47 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.92 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20254
March 20252
February 20252
January 20254
December 20248
November 20245
October 20243
September 20244
August 20242
July 20243
June 20248

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 28 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.11 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20252
March 20254
February 20251
December 20243
November 20241
September 20245
July 20246
June 20244

A total of 35 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20252
March 20251
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20245
October 20243
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 12 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
February 20251
December 20241
November 20242
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 10 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.11 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251
August 20241
July 20241

A total of 23 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.56 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20256
February 20251
January 20252
December 20241
November 20241
September 20243
August 20243
June 20244
May 20242

A total of 5 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. July 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
July 20242
May 20241

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20251
December 20241
June 20242

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 17 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.43 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20242
October 20241
September 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20246
May 20241

High Crime Locations Cringleford in May 2025

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

1. Round House Way (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
2. Cantley Lane (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
3. Fir Hill (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Round House Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Honeysuckle Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Beechcroft Court (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
7. Lavender Drive (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Verbena Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Mapletree Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. St Lawrence Drive (Map)
Total1
Public order1

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