Crime Rate in Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross

The total recorded crimes in Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross, South Norfolk, UK in May 2025 are around 25 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross crime rate of 16.35 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 Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross, encompassing approximately 1,529 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (33.33% increase)
  • Burglary: (5) incidents (400.00% increase)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross Crime Hotspots

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

  • Glebe Close with total crimes: 5
  • Long Lane with total crimes: 4
  • Norwich Road with total crimes: 2

How safe is Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 202 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross recorded fewer crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross had fewer crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 205 crimes compared to 286. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Furthermore, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

    • Compared to other areas in South Norfolk, Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross has a lower crime rate and is considered safer in 2024.

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

Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross has recorded 25 crimes with crime rate of 16.35 ranking 10th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross crimes were 202. The crime rate of Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross in 2024 was 132.10 (year) or 11.01 (month) ranking it 15 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross were around 205 crimes with yearly crime rate of 134.06 (year) or 11.17 (month) ranking 12 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross)CrimesRank (Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross)CrimesRank (Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross)
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
Cringleford18 12310 10181 15
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

Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (8 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (6 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Vehicle crime (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Criminal damage and arson showed a substantial number of incidents (4 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 (11 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

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

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (11 incidents), followed by Burglary also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (7 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Criminal damage and arson (3 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Other theft (3 incidents) and then Violence and sexual offences 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 4 incidents, and Public order was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (10 reports) and Burglary incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (5 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 87 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 6.69 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 11 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20258
April 20256
March 20256
February 20255
January 202511
December 20248
November 20243
October 202411
September 20247
August 20243
July 20244
June 202410
May 20245

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252

A total of 22 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20251
November 20241
October 20244
September 20241
August 20241
July 20242
June 20246

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

MonthCount
May 20251
November 20241
October 20241
July 20241

A total of 28 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.80 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20255
April 20251
March 20252
January 20254
December 20242
October 20244
August 20242
July 20241
June 20246
May 20241

A total of 29 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.23 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20243
October 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20241

A total of 26 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.36 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
March 20254
February 20252
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
September 20243
July 20242
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 16 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.78 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20252
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
September 20241
August 20243
July 20242
June 20242

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

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20251
September 20241
May 20242

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

MonthCount
March 20251

A total of 8 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.60 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
November 20242
October 20241
August 20242

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

MonthCount
November 20241
September 20241

A total of 2 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
September 20241
May 20241

High Crime Locations Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross in May 2025

A detailed breakdown of crime incidents by location within the Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross postcode area is presented below.

1. Glebe Close (Map)
Total5
Burglary4
Other theft1
2. Long Lane (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour3
Public order1
3. Norwich Road (Map)
Total2
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Primrose Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
5. Steven'S Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
6. Western Close (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Cuckoofield Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Wheatfield Road (Map)
Total1
Public order1
9. Meadows Drive (Map)
Total1
Other crime1
10. Brickle Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1

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