Beccles Crime Rate June 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In June 2023, Beccles recorded 82 crimes across a population of 10,095, resulting in a crime rate of 8.1 per 1,000 residents—4.7% below the UK average of 8.5 per 1,000. This figure reflects a combination of seasonal factors and local dynamics, with the start of summer likely influencing retail and leisure activities. The most prevalent crime types were shoplifting (25.6% of total), anti-social behaviour (24.4%), and violence and sexual offences (23.2%). Shoplifting, in particular, saw a stark divergence from national trends, with rates 289% above the UK average of 0.5 per 1,000. This anomaly may be attributed to Beccles' retail infrastructure, which could attract opportunistic theft during the summer months when foot traffic increases. Anti-social behaviour also exceeded the UK average by 35%, linked to the extended daylight hours and social activity typical of June. Conversely, violent crimes in Beccles were 35% below the UK average, suggesting a possible correlation between the area's character—its quieter, more community-oriented nature—and lower rates of violent incidents. The seasonal context of June, with its long days and the onset of tourism in nearby coastal areas, may also contribute to shifts in crime patterns. Overall, the crime profile of Beccles in June 2023 illustrates a balance between rising property-related offences and a relative reduction in violent crime, underscoring the need for continued monitoring of local trends.

June 2023 saw a dramatic surge in shoplifting, which rose 200% from 7 to 21 incidents—a figure that far outpaces the UK average by 289%. This spike aligns with the start of summer, when retail foot traffic likely increases in Beccles' high streets. Anti-social behaviour also jumped 150%, from 8 to 20 incidents, a trend that may be linked to the extended daylight hours typical of June. Conversely, violent crimes fell by 13.6%, from 22 to 19, placing them 35% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This decline contrasts with the UK-wide average, suggesting local factors—such as community engagement during warmer months—may contribute to reduced violent incidents. Other thefts rose 133%, indicating a broader shift in property crime patterns, though these remain modest compared to the UK's 289% higher shoplifting rates.

Beccles recorded 82 crimes in June 2023, translating to 3 crimes per day on average—a figure that, while modest, reflects the town's relatively low population density. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 123 residents, a monthly exposure rate that places individual risk in context against the town's 10,095 population. This compares to a previous month rate of 5.7 per 1,000, which saw a 43.7% increase to reach the current 8.1 per 1,000. While the daily crime count may seem high to some, it aligns with the area's seasonal rhythms: as summer begins, retail activity intensifies, and tourism in nearby coastal regions may indirectly influence local crime patterns. The population-scaled perspective shows that, despite the increase, the likelihood of any single resident being directly affected remains low, with the 1-in-123 ratio underscoring the broader community's resilience to crime.