Crime Rate in Loddon & Chedgrave: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Loddon & Chedgrave

The total recorded crimes in Loddon & Chedgrave, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Loddon & Chedgrave crime rate of 11.23 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 Loddon & Chedgrave, encompassing approximately 2,225 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (7.14% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Public order: (2) incidents (100.00% increase)
Loddon & Chedgrave Crime Hotspots

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

  • Yarmouth Road with total crimes: 3
  • Bridge Street with total crimes: 2
  • Aspen Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Loddon & Chedgrave?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Loddon & Chedgrave reported a higher crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 333 crimes compared to 322. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Loddon & Chedgrave witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Loddon & Chedgrave experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 383 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Loddon & Chedgrave witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Norfolk, Loddon & Chedgrave has a higher crime rate and is considered more dangerous in 2024.

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

Loddon & Chedgrave Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Loddon & Chedgrave has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 11.23 ranking 10th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Loddon & Chedgrave crimes were 333. The crime rate of Loddon & Chedgrave in 2024 was 149.62 (year) or 12.47 (month) ranking it 7 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Loddon & Chedgrave were around 383 crimes with yearly crime rate of 172.08 (year) or 14.34 (month) ranking 6 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Loddon & Chedgrave)CrimesRank (Loddon & Chedgrave)CrimesRank (Loddon & Chedgrave)
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
New Costessey32 6320 8329 9
Stratton27 9312 9346 7
Harleston19 13230 14341 8
Cringleford28 8310 10181 15
Ditchingham & Earsham22 11289 11321 10
Central Wymondham21 12274 12295 11
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

Loddon & Chedgrave 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 15 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 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 (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (3 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (9 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (15 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 12 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (8 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (14 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (7 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 124 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 12.40 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 15 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202514
May 202513
April 20259
March 202515
February 202512
January 202512
December 202412
November 20248
October 202414

A total of 19 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.11 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20251
May 20251
April 20252
March 20252
February 20253
January 20251
December 20241
October 20246

A total of 9 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
March 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 33 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20257
May 20253
March 20255
February 20252
January 20253
December 20241
November 20244
October 20246

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

MonthCount
July 20251

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.22 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20253
May 20252
April 20255
March 20253
February 20251
January 20255
December 20243
October 20244

A total of 21 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.10 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
June 20253
May 20253
April 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242

A total of 6 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20252
December 20242
October 20241

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.17 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
March 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20247

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 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
November 20241
October 20241

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

MonthCount
April 20251

High Crime Locations Loddon & Chedgrave in July 2025

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

1. Yarmouth Road (Map)
Total3
Violence and sexual offences3
2. Bridge Street (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Aspen Close (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Cedar Drive (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Harvey Green (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Church Close (Map)
Total1
Public order1
7. Staithe Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. High Bungay Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Reeds Way (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Brownes Grove (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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