Crime Rate in Old Costessey: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Old Costessey

The total recorded crimes in Old Costessey, South Norfolk, UK in May 2025 are around 65 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Old Costessey crime rate of 4.98 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 Old Costessey, encompassing approximately 13,044 residents.

Most occured crime Types

The most prevalent crimes in the area during May were:

  • Shoplifting: (21) incidents (31.25% increase)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (14) incidents (-33.33% decrease)
  • Anti-social behaviour: (10) incidents (-16.67% decrease)
Old Costessey Crime Hotspots

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

  • Ernest Gage Avenue with total crimes: 25
  • Tower Close with total crimes: 5
  • Petrol Station with total crimes: 3

How safe is Old Costessey?

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

  • Relative to South Norfolk:

    • In 2024, Old Costessey reported a higher crime volume than the South Norfolk average, with 892 crimes compared to 322. This indicates a potentially challenging safety environment in the region for the year. Furthermore, Old Costessey witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

    • In 2023, Old Costessey experienced a greater number of crimes than the South Norfolk average, with 651 crimes compared to 286. This indicates a higher crime burden for the area in the region during this period. Furthermore, Old Costessey witnessed more crimes than 23 out of 25 other areas in the South Norfolk.

  • Overall Assessment:

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

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

Old Costessey Crime Statstics

In May 2025 the Old Costessey has recorded 65 crimes with crime rate of 4.98 ranking 2th out of 25 in the South Norfolk, UK

In 2024, the total Old Costessey crimes were 892. The crime rate of Old Costessey in 2024 was 68.38 (year) or 5.70 (month) ranking it 3 dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

In 2023, the total crimes in Old Costessey were around 651 crimes with yearly crime rate of 49.91 (year) or 4.16 (month) ranking 3 most dangerous area in the South Norfolk.

AreaMay 202520242023
CrimesRank (Old Costessey)CrimesRank (Old Costessey)CrimesRank (Old Costessey)
Hethersett142 11,348 11,304 1
Diss & Roydon60 3828 4714 2
South Wymondham59 4906 2519 4
Poringland, Framinghams & Trowse38 6478 5406 5
North Wymondham39 5421 6205 13
Loddon & Chedgrave24 11333 7383 6
Stratton18 13312 9346 7
Central Wymondham29 7274 12295 11
Harleston12 16230 14341 8
New Costessey28 8320 8329 9
Beck Vale, Dickleburgh & Scole26 9247 13200 14
Ditchingham & Earsham17 14289 11321 10
Cringleford18 12310 10181 15
Mulbarton & Stoke Holy Cross25 10202 15205 12
Bressingham & Burston16 15128 17145 16
Hingham & Deopham11 17155 16114 18
Wicklewood10 19127 18139 17
Newton Flotman10 1890 2087 21
Forncett4 2462 25102 19
Easton8 2097 1982 23
Thurlton3 2578 2188 20
Bunwell6 2166 2384 22
Brooke6 2270 2271 25
Hempnall4 2350 2677 24
Rockland3 2665 2451 26

Old Costessey Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

In May 2025, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (21 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (14 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in April 2025, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (16 incidents) also being high.

For March 2025 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (19 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (18 incidents).

February 2025 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 13 incidents.

During January 2025, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (21 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (16 cases).

December 2024 crime data shows Shoplifting saw the largest number of reported crimes with 18 incidents, and Violence and sexual offences was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During November 2024, The highest incident rate was for Shoplifting (23 reports) and Violence and sexual offences incidents were also notably high (17 cases).

In October 2024, Shoplifting dominated crime reports (27 incidents), followed by Violence and sexual offences also remained a significant concern (15 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (21 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Shoplifting (14 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (39 incidents) and then Shoplifting showed a substantial number of incidents (15 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Violence and sexual offences saw the largest number of reported crimes with 19 incidents, and Shoplifting was another prevalent crime category with 16 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Violence and sexual offences (42 reports) and Shoplifting incidents were also notably high (40 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (24 incidents), followed by Shoplifting also remained a significant concern (17 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 281 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 21.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 42 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202514
April 202521
March 202519
February 202513
January 202521
December 202416
November 202417
October 202415
September 202421
August 202439
July 202419
June 202442
May 202424

A total of 15 Burglary incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.88 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20252
March 20251
January 20251
October 20242
August 20244
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242

A total of 113 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 8.69 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 18 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 202512
March 20256
February 20257
January 20253
December 20243
November 202414
October 202412
September 20243
August 20243
July 202414
June 202418
May 20248

A total of 259 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 19.92 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 40 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202521
April 202516
March 202518
February 202518
January 202516
December 202418
November 202423
October 202427
September 202414
August 202415
July 202416
June 202440
May 202417

A total of 44 Public order incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.67 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Public order incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20251
March 20252
February 20254
January 20253
December 20243
November 20243
October 20246
September 20244
August 20247
July 20246
June 20242

A total of 99 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 7.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 22 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 202510
April 20258
March 20253
February 20253
January 20259
December 20248
November 20243
October 20245
September 202410
August 20246
July 20246
June 202422
May 20246

A total of 45 Other theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 3.75 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 7 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20253
April 20253
March 20254
February 20254
January 20252
November 20242
October 20242
September 20247
August 20247
July 20243
June 20244
May 20244

A total of 13 Drugs incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.86 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Drugs incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
February 20251
November 20241
October 20241
September 20244
August 20242
May 20243

A total of 21 Other crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.62 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other crime incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
May 20251
April 20254
March 20251
February 20253
January 20251
September 20242
July 20243
June 20246

A total of 5 Possession of weapons incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.25 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Possession of weapons incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
March 20251
August 20241
May 20241

A total of 4 Bicycle theft incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. April 2025 saw the highest number of Bicycle theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20252
December 20241
August 20241

A total of 18 Vehicle crime incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 2.25 incidents per month. December 2024 saw the highest number of Vehicle crime incidents with 5 reported cases.

MonthCount
April 20251
March 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20243
August 20242
July 20242
June 20242

A total of 9 Theft from the person incidents were recorded over 13 month period, averaging 1.80 incidents per month. September 2024 saw the highest number of Theft from the person incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20251
December 20241
November 20241
September 20244
June 20242

High Crime Locations Old Costessey in May 2025

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

1. Ernest Gage Avenue (Map)
Total25
Shoplifting20
Public order2
Criminal damage and arson1
Other crime1
Other theft1
2. Tower Close (Map)
Total5
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson1
3. Petrol Station (Map)
Total3
Anti-social behaviour2
Shoplifting1
4. Dunnock Drive (Map)
Total3
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Drugs1
5. Sports/Recreation Area (Map)
Total3
Criminal damage and arson2
Anti-social behaviour1
6. Worcester Road (Map)
Total2
Criminal damage and arson1
Violence and sexual offences1
7. Britannia Way (Map)
Total2
Other theft1
Violence and sexual offences1
8. Poethlyn Drive (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2
9. Crossbill Close (Map)
Total2
Anti-social behaviour1
Criminal damage and arson1
10. Longwater Lane (Map)
Total2
Violence and sexual offences2

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