Crime Rate in Stratton: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Stratton

The total recorded crimes in Stratton, South Norfolk, UK in February 2025 are around 13 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Stratton crime rate of 5.77 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 Stratton, encompassing approximately 2,253 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during Feb were:

  • Violence and sexual offences: (5) incidents (-28.57% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (3) incidents (50.00% increase)
  • Criminal damage and arson: (3) incidents (200.00% increase)
Stratton Crime Hotspots

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

  • St Davids Close with total crimes: 4
  • Upgate with total crimes: 2
  • Suffield Close with total crimes: 2

How safe is Stratton?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Stratton demonstrated a lower crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 312 crimes compared to 322.0. This suggests a relatively safer position within the region for the year. Furthermore, Stratton witnessed more crimes than 17 out of 25 other cities.

    • In 2023, Stratton experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 346 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Stratton witnessed more crimes than 19 out of 25 other cities.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Stratton Crime Statstics

In February 2025 the Stratton has recorded 13 crimes with crime rate of 5.77 ranking 14th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Stratton crimes were 312. The crime rate of Stratton in 2024 was 138.46 (year) or 11.54 (month) ranking it 9 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Stratton were around 346 crimes with yearly crime rate of 153.55 (year) or 12.80 (month) ranking 7 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaFebruary 202520242023
CrimesRank (South Norfolk)CrimesRank (South Norfolk)CrimesRank (South Norfolk)
Hethersett68 11,348 11,304 1
Diss & Roydon50 4828 4714 2
South Wymondham68 2906 2519 4
Old Costessey54 3892 3651 3
Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse26 5478 5406 5
Loddon & Chedgrave19 7333 7383 6
North Wymondham20 6421 6205 13
Harleston15 12230 14341 8
New Costessey16 11320 8329 9
Cringleford18 8310 10181 15
Central Wymondham18 9274 12295 11
Ditchingham & Earsham16 10289 11321 10
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross14 13202 15205 12
Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole10 17247 13200 14
Easton13 1597 1982 23
Bressingham & Burston9 20128 17145 16
Hingham & Deopham9 18155 16114 18
Wicklewood13 16127 18139 17
Forncett8 2262 25102 19
Bunwell9 1966 2384 22
Thurlton8 2178 2188 20
Newton Flotman8 2390 2087 21
Brooke2 2670 2271 25
Hempnall3 2550 2677 24
Rockland5 2465 2451 26

Stratton Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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 3 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (7 reports) and Other crime incidents were also notably high (3 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 8 incidents, and Other crime was another prevalent crime category with 3 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (11 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (7 cases).

In October 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (13 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (5 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (11 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (7 incidents) and then Other crime showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 7 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 5 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (20 reports) and Anti-social behaviour incidents were also notably high (8 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (16 incidents), followed by Anti-social behaviour also remained a significant concern (6 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (22 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Anti-social behaviour (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (14 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (4 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 19 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
January 20251
December 20241
September 20242
August 20241
July 20241
June 20246
May 20243
April 20241
March 20242

A total of 49 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 4.08 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 8 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20252
December 20242
November 20247
October 20245
September 20242
August 20243
July 20245
June 20248
May 20246
April 20242
March 20244

A total of 18 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
January 20251
December 20242
November 20244
September 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20243
March 20241

A total of 21 Public order incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. January 2025 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 3 reported cases.

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

A total of 141 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 11.75 incidents per month. April 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20255
January 20257
December 20248
November 202411
October 202413
September 202411
August 20247
July 20247
June 202420
May 202416
April 202422
March 202414

A total of 19 Other crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.90 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20253
December 20243
November 20241
October 20241
September 20241
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20241
March 20242

A total of 14 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.75 incidents per month. May 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 3 reported cases.

MonthCount
January 20251
December 20242
October 20241
July 20242
June 20242
May 20243
April 20241
March 20242

A total of 5 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
June 20242
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 1 Drugs incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241

A total of 1 Robbery incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. October 2024 saw the highest number of Robbery incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
October 20241

A total of 3 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.50 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
July 20241
June 20242
April 20241

High Crime Locations Stratton in February 2025

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

1. St Davids Close (Map)
Total4
Violence and sexual offences2
Criminal damage and arson1
Public order1
2. Upgate (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
3. Suffield Close (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
4. Spinney Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour2
5. Supermarket (Map)
Total1
Other theft1
6. Owen'S Close (Map)
Total1
Anti-social behaviour1
7. Norwich Road (Map)
Total1
Criminal damage and arson1

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