Crime Rate in Rockland: Trends, Hotspots

Overview of Crime in Rockland

The total recorded crimes in Rockland, South Norfolk, UK in February 2025 are around 5 as per the recent police data. This equates to a Rockland crime rate of 25.80 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 Feb were:

  • Burglary: (3) incidents (0.00% decrease)
  • Violence and sexual offences: (2) incidents (0.00% decrease)
Rockland Crime Hotspots

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

  • The Covey with total crimes: 1
  • Ferry Road with total crimes: 1
  • The Crescent 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 cities.

    • 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 cities.

  • 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 February 2025 the Rockland has recorded 5 crimes with crime rate of 25.80 ranking 24th 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.

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
Stratton13 14312 9346 7
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

Rockland Crime Map

Detailed Crime Data Analysis

Monthly Trends

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

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (2 incidents) were the most common in September 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Possession of weapons (1 incidents) also being high.

For August 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (6 incidents) and then Anti-social behaviour showed a substantial number of incidents (2 incidents).

July 2024 crime data shows Other theft saw the largest number of reported crimes with 1 incidents, and Anti-social behaviour was another prevalent crime category with 1 incidents.

During June 2024, The highest incident rate was for Burglary (4 reports) and Criminal damage and arson incidents were also notably high (2 cases).

In May 2024, Violence and sexual offences dominated crime reports (2 incidents), followed by Criminal damage and arson also remained a significant concern (2 incidents).

Recorded incidents of Violence and sexual offences were the most frequent (4 incidents) were the most common in April 2024, with There was a large number of incidents involving Burglary (2 incidents) also being high.

For March 2024 , the most reported crimes were Most crimes reported were Violence and sexual offences (3 incidents) and then Other theft showed a substantial number of incidents (1 incidents).

Crime TypeCountCrime RateChange

Crime by Type

A total of 11 Burglary incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.20 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Burglary incidents with 4 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20253
August 20241
June 20244
May 20241
April 20242

A total of 30 Violence and sexual offences incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.73 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Violence and sexual offences incidents with 6 reported cases.

MonthCount
February 20252
January 20252
December 20245
November 20241
October 20241
September 20242
August 20246
June 20242
May 20242
April 20244
March 20243

A total of 2 Shoplifting incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.00 incidents per month. November 2024 saw the highest number of Shoplifting incidents with 1 reported cases.

MonthCount
November 20241
August 20241

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

MonthCount
September 20241

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

MonthCount
August 20241
June 20242

A total of 4 Anti-social behaviour incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. August 2024 saw the highest number of Anti-social behaviour incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20242
July 20241
May 20241

A total of 8 Other theft incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 1.33 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Other theft incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
August 20241
July 20241
June 20242
May 20242
April 20241
March 20241

A total of 4 Criminal damage and arson incidents were recorded over 12 month period, averaging 2.00 incidents per month. June 2024 saw the highest number of Criminal damage and arson incidents with 2 reported cases.

MonthCount
June 20242
May 20242

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
June 20242
March 20241

High Crime Locations Rockland in February 2025

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

1. The Covey (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
2. Ferry Road (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
3. The Crescent (Map)
Total1
Burglary1
4. The Meadows (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1
5. White Heath Road (Map)
Total1
Violence and sexual offences1

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