Crime Rate in Ditchingham & Earsham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Ditchingham & Earsham

The total recorded crimes in Ditchingham & Earsham, South Norfolk, UK in May 2025 are around 17 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Ditchingham & Earsham crime rate of 43.57 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 Ditchingham & Earsham, encompassing approximately 390 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-37.50% decrease)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (4) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Ditchingham & Earsham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Station Road with total crimes: 3
  • Church Road with total crimes: 2
  • Coronation Crescent with total crimes: 1

How safe is Ditchingham & Earsham?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Ditchingham & Earsham demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 289 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Ditchingham & Earsham witnessed more crimes than 15 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Ditchingham & Earsham experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 321 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Ditchingham & Earsham witnessed more crimes than 16 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Ditchingham & Earsham Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Ditchingham & Earsham has recorded 17 crimes with crime rate of 43.57 ranking 14th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Ditchingham & Earsham crimes were 289. The crime rate of Ditchingham & Earsham in 2024 was 740.65 (year) or 61.72 (month) ranking it 11 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Ditchingham & Earsham were around 321 crimes with yearly crime rate of 822.66 (year) or 68.55 (month) ranking 10 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Ditchingham & Earsham)CrimesRank (Ditchingham & Earsham)CrimesRank (Ditchingham & Earsham)
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
Cringleford18 12310 10181 15
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

Ditchingham & Earsham Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 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 (8 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (3 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 5 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (14 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (9 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (16 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 6 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 4 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Criminal damage and arson dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 50 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.85 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20256
March 20253
February 20254
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20244
September 20242
August 20244
July 20244
June 20248
May 20245

A total of 123 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 9.46 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20258
March 20256
February 20255
January 202514
December 20248
November 202414
October 20249
September 20246
August 202416
July 20246
June 202422
May 20244

A total of 18 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.64 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 18 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

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

A total of 31 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.82 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20254
April 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20244
November 20241
October 20242
September 20241
August 20242
June 20244
May 20248

A total of 29 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.42 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
February 20252
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20244
September 20242
August 20243
June 20244
May 20243

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

MonthCount
April 20251

A total of 4 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
February 20251
November 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20241
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 15 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
March 20252
January 20251
September 20241
July 20242
June 20246
May 20243

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
May 20241

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

MonthCount
October 20241

High Crime Locations Ditchingham & Earsham in May 2025

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

1. Station Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Church Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
3. Coronation Crescent (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. The Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. The Packway (Map)
Total1
Public order1
6. Low Road (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Park/Open Space (Map)
Total1
Public order1
8. Norwich Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Loddon Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Poppy Close (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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