Crime Rate in Newton Flotman: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Newton Flotman

The total recorded crimes in Newton Flotman, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 4 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Newton Flotman crime rate of 18.11 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 Newton Flotman, encompassing approximately 220 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Criminal damage and arson: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (1) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (1) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Newton Flotman Crime Hotspots

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

  • Christopher Close with total crimes: 1
  • Chapel Lane with total crimes: 1
  • Lime Kiln Close with total crimes: 1

How safe is Newton Flotman?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Newton Flotman demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 90 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Newton Flotman recorded fewer crimes than 19 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Newton Flotman had fewer crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 87 crimes compared to 286. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Newton Flotman recorded fewer crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Newton Flotman Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Newton Flotman has recorded 4 crimes with crime rate of 18.11 ranking 23th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Newton Flotman crimes were 90. The crime rate of Newton Flotman in 2024 was 407.42 (year) or 33.95 (month) ranking it 20 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Newton Flotman were around 87 crimes with yearly crime rate of 393.84 (year) or 32.82 (month) ranking 21 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Newton Flotman)CrimesRank (Newton Flotman)CrimesRank (Newton Flotman)
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
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
Hempnall6 2150 2677 24
Bunwell3 2466 2384 22
Brooke3 2570 2271 25
Rockland2 2665 2451 26

Newton Flotman Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

July 2025 crime data shows Criminal damage and arson saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (2 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (6 incidents), followed by Public order also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (3 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (1 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 4 incidents, and Burglary was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Vehicle crime (1 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

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

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (6 reports) and Other theft incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In October 2024, Other crime dominated crime reports (1 incidents), followed by Drugs also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

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Crime by Type

A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
January 20251
December 20242

A total of 29 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.90 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

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July 20251
June 20252
May 20256
April 20253
March 20253
February 20254
January 20251
December 20242
November 20246
October 20241

A total of 4 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

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July 20251
June 20251
May 20251
April 20251

A total of 7 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.40 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

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July 20251
February 20252
January 20251
December 20241
November 20242

A total of 4 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 1 reported cases.

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June 20251
May 20251
April 20251
October 20241

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

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June 20251
March 20252
February 20252
December 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

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June 20252
January 20251

A total of 4 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 2 reported cases.

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May 20252
December 20242

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

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October 20241

High Crime Locations Newton Flotman in July 2025

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

1. Christopher Close (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1
2. Chapel Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Lime Kiln Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
4. Blundeville Manor (Map)
Total1
Other theft1

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