Crime Rate in New Costessey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in New Costessey

The total recorded crimes in New Costessey, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 32 as per the recent police data. This equates to a New Costessey crime rate of 4.62 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 New Costessey, encompassing approximately 6,925 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (8) incidents (300.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (7) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Shoplifting: (6) incidents (100.00% increase)
New Costessey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Hill Crest with total crimes: 4
  • Supermarket with total crimes: 4
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 4

How safe is New Costessey?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, New Costessey demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 320 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, New Costessey witnessed more crimes than 18 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, New Costessey experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 329 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, New Costessey witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

New Costessey Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the New Costessey has recorded 32 crimes with crime rate of 4.62 ranking 6th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total New Costessey crimes were 320. The crime rate of New Costessey in 2024 was 46.20 (year) or 3.85 (month) ranking it 8 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in New Costessey were around 329 crimes with yearly crime rate of 47.50 (year) or 3.96 (month) ranking 9 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (New Costessey)CrimesRank (New Costessey)CrimesRank (New Costessey)
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
Loddon & Chedgrave25 10333 7383 6
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

New Costessey 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 8 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 7 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Criminal damage and arson (7 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (6 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Other theft also remained a significant concern (4 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (16 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Anti-social behaviour (5 incidents) and then Shoplifting 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 8 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (5 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 5 incidents, and Vehicle crime was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (9 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (5 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (12 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 41 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.10 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20253
May 20251
April 20254
March 20255
February 20252
January 20255
December 20242
November 20245
October 20248

A total of 32 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.20 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20256
May 20253
April 20255
March 20255
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20243
October 20243

A total of 15 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20256
June 20251
May 20252
April 20251
March 20251
December 20241
October 20243

A total of 29 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 4.14 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20257
June 20257
May 20252
April 20253
January 20255
November 20242
October 20243

A total of 10 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.67 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20252
May 20252
April 20252
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 80 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 8.00 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 16 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20258
June 20252
May 202512
April 202516
March 20253
February 20258
January 20255
December 20245
November 20249
October 202412

A total of 11 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.83 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20254
April 20251
February 20252
December 20241
October 20241

A total of 11 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.38 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20252
May 20251
April 20251
February 20251
January 20251
December 20242
November 20241
October 20242

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.20 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
January 20251
November 20242
October 20241

A total of 3 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
November 20242

High Crime Locations New Costessey in July 2025

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

1. Hill Crest (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. Supermarket (Map)
Total4
Shoplifting3
Public order1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total4
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
Shoplifting1
Violence and sexual offences1
4. Upper Stafford Avenue (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Violence and sexual offences1
5. Hilda Brooks Way (Map)
Total2
Drugs1
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Norwich Road (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Santolina Close (Map)
Total2
Public order1
Shoplifting1
8. Oval Avenue (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Violence and sexual offences1
9. Three Mile Lane (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1
10. The Linnets (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1

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