Crime Rate in Rockland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rockland

The total recorded crimes in Rockland, South Norfolk, UK in July 2025 are around 2 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rockland crime rate of 10.32 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 Rockland, encompassing approximately 193 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Jul were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (-50.00% decrease)
Rockland Crime Hotspots

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

  • Pond Lane with total crimes: 1
  • White Heath Road with total crimes: 1

How safe is Rockland?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Rockland demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 65 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Additionally, Rockland recorded fewer crimes than 23 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Rockland had fewer crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 51 crimes compared to 286. This reflects a relatively lower crime rate for the area within the region that year. Additionally, Rockland recorded fewer crimes than 25 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Rockland Crime Statstics

In July 2025 the Rockland has recorded 2 crimes with crime rate of 10.32 ranking 26th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Rockland crimes were 65. The crime rate of Rockland in 2024 was 335.40 (year) or 27.95 (month) ranking it 24 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Rockland were around 51 crimes with yearly crime rate of 263.16 (year) or 21.93 (month) ranking 26 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaJuly 202520242023
CrimesRank (Rockland)CrimesRank (Rockland)CrimesRank (Rockland)
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
Newton Flotman4 2390 2087 21
Hempnall6 2150 2677 24
Bunwell3 2466 2384 22
Brooke3 2570 2271 25

Rockland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In July 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

During June 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2025, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (1 incidents).

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

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (2 incidents) and then Burglary showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Burglary saw the largest number of reported crimes with 3 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 2 incidents.

In January 2025, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 2

In December 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 5

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (1 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (1 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences recorded the highest number of incidents, totaling 1

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 21 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.33 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20252
June 20254
May 20252
March 20252
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241

A total of 2 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

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June 20252

A total of 2 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 1 reported cases.

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June 20251
May 20251

A total of 3 Other theft incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. June 2025 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 1 reported cases.

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June 20251
April 20251
March 20251

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

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April 20251

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

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April 20251

A total of 4 Burglary incidents were recorded over 10 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. February 2025 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

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March 20251
February 20253

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

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March 20251

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

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November 20241

High Crime Locations Rockland in July 2025

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

1. Pond Lane (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
2. White Heath Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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