Crime Rate in North Wymondham: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in North Wymondham

The total recorded crimes in North Wymondham, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 36 as per the recent police data. This equates to a North Wymondham crime rate of 4.04 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 North Wymondham, encompassing approximately 8,900 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (15) incidents (-31.82% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (13) incidents (85.71% increase)
  • Other theft: (4) incidents (0.00% decrease)
North Wymondham Crime Hotspots

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

  • Norwich Common with total crimes: 4
  • Parking Area with total crimes: 4
  • Snowdrop Street with total crimes: 4

How safe is North Wymondham?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, North Wymondham reported a higher crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 421 crimes compared to 322. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, North Wymondham witnessed more crimes than 20 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, North Wymondham 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, North Wymondham witnessed more crimes than 14 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

North Wymondham Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the North Wymondham has recorded 36 crimes with crime rate of 4.04 ranking 5th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total North Wymondham crimes were 421. The crime rate of North Wymondham in 2024 was 47.30 (year) or 3.94 (month) ranking it 6 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in North Wymondham were around 205 crimes with yearly crime rate of 23.03 (year) or 1.92 (month) ranking 13 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (North Wymondham)CrimesRank (North Wymondham)CrimesRank (North Wymondham)
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
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
Newton Flotman4 2390 2087 21
Hempnall6 2150 2677 24
Bunwell3 2466 2384 22
Brooke3 2570 2271 25
Rockland2 2665 2451 26

North Wymondham 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 Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (22 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (15 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (9 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (23 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Public order (6 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (8 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 11 incidents, and Criminal damage and arson was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (18 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 12 incidents, and Other theft was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (12 reports) and Public order incidents were also notably high (4 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (8 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 57 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 5.70 incidents per month. July 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 13 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202513
June 20257
May 20259
April 20254
March 20255
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20244
October 20248

A total of 149 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 14.90 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 23 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 202515
June 202522
May 202515
April 202523
March 20258
February 202511
January 202518
December 202412
November 202412
October 202413

A total of 24 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.67 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20254
May 20251
April 20254
March 20252
February 20251
January 20252
December 20245
November 20243
October 20242

A total of 13 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.60 incidents per month. March 2025 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20251
May 20253
March 20254
January 20252
November 20243

A total of 19 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.38 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20253
June 20251
May 20251
April 20253
February 20253
January 20253
November 20241
October 20244

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
March 20251
October 20241

A total of 9 Other crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.29 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20253
May 20251
April 20251
January 20251
December 20241
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 6 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20253
January 20251
October 20241

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

MonthCount
June 20251
May 20251
February 20251
November 20241

A total of 5 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. May 2025 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
April 20251
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 10 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 20 Public order incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 3.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20256
March 20253
February 20251
January 20251
November 20244
October 20245

High Crime Locations North Wymondham in July 2025

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

1. Norwich Common (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences2
2. Parking Area (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Snowdrop Street (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences4
4. Chamberlain Rise (Map)
Total4
Anti-social behaviour4
5. Enfield Row (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Violence and sexual offences1
6. Oakwood Drive (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
7. Cedar Court (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Flanders Rise (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
9. Poppy Street (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
10. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Shoplifting1

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