Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) reported a crime rate of 2.8 per 1,000 in September 2023, a figure 65% below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000. This relatively low rate is notable, particularly when considering that 'Other crime'—a category encompassing unclassified offences—was 114% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. This anomaly suggests a combination of local factors that may not align with national trends. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 44.4% of all reported incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour and public order offences, each contributing 13.3%. These figures highlight the dominance of interpersonal crimes in the area, a pattern consistent with the social dynamics of a built-up area within a larger coastal town. The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to educational institutions and the transition to shorter evenings—may have influenced these trends, as increased social interactions in the evenings could contribute to higher rates of violence. However, the overall crime rate remains significantly lower than the UK average, indicating a generally safe environment. This contrast between specific categories and the overall trend underscores the importance of understanding the unique characteristics of the area, which, while part of a larger urban centre, maintains its own distinct crime profile.

September 2023 saw a dramatic 400% increase in 'Other crime', rising from one to five incidents. This category, which includes unclassified offences, was 114% above the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000. Simultaneously, shoplifting and burglary each doubled from zero to one incident, marking a 100% increase for both. These spikes contrast with notable declines in anti-social behaviour (50% decrease) and criminal damage and arson (50% decrease), which may reflect seasonal factors such as the start of the academic year reducing public disorder. The breakdown of crimes also shows that violence and sexual offences remained the most prevalent category, accounting for 44.4% of all reported crimes, though this rate was 56% below the UK average. This mix of increases and decreases illustrates the dynamic nature of crime in the area, with some categories aligning closely with national trends while others diverge significantly.

Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) saw a 9.8% increase in its crime rate from 2.5 per 1,000 in August 2023 to 2.8 per 1,000 in September 2023. This places the area well below the UK average of 8.0 per 1,000, a difference of 65%. On a daily basis, the area recorded an average of two crimes per day in September, a figure that provides context for local residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 359 residents, highlighting the relatively low frequency of crime in this built-up area. With a population of 16,135, the crime rate remains significantly lower than the national average, suggesting a generally safe environment despite the month-on-month increase. This context is particularly relevant for residents considering the impact of crime on daily life and community safety.