Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) Crime Rate October 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) maintained a crime rate of 4.3 per 1,000 residents in October 2025, placing it 44.2% below the UK average of 7.7 per 1,000. This continued trend of lower-than-average crime reflects the area’s character as a coastal town with a mix of residential and tourist activity, where crime prevention efforts and community engagement may play a role. The most prevalent crime type was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 49.3% of all reported incidents (34 cases), followed by anti-social behaviour (15.9%) and shoplifting (7.3%). These patterns align with the seasonal context of October, which sees darker evenings and the approach of Halloween, potentially influencing both public order and retail-related crimes. While violent crime remains a concern, the overall rate is significantly lower than the UK average, suggesting effective local policing or demographic factors such as a lower proportion of high-risk populations. The breakdown also shows that property crimes, including burglary and vehicle crime, were below the UK average, with shoplifting at 52% below and burglary at 67% below. This may be attributed to the area’s smaller retail footprint compared to larger urban centres, or to targeted initiatives reducing theft opportunities. The data illustrates a crime profile shaped by both geographic and seasonal factors, with a focus on addressing violent and anti-social behaviour as key priorities for local authorities.

October 2025 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with public order offences surging by 400% (from 1 to 5 cases) and shoplifting and other theft each rising by 150% (from 2 to 5 cases). These increases may be linked to seasonal factors, such as Halloween-related disturbances or increased foot traffic in retail areas during the month. Conversely, criminal damage and arson decreased by 40% (from 5 to 3 cases), possibly reflecting a reduction in vandalism during the quieter autumn period. Anti-social behaviour also declined by 8.3% (from 12 to 11 cases), though this remains a persistent issue in the area. Violence and sexual offences remained the most common crime type, with a rate of 2.1 per 1,000 residents—21% below the UK average. This suggests that while violent crime is a challenge, local interventions may be mitigating its impact. The breakdown also highlights that shoplifting in Bradwell was 52% below the UK average, indicating that targeted measures such as CCTV or retail staff training could be contributing to this reduction. Residents might find the monthly exposure figure useful: over the course of October, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 234 residents, a rate that is significantly lower than the UK’s broader context.

Bradwell’s crime rate in October 2025 (4.3 per 1,000 residents) marked a 44.1% increase compared to the previous month’s rate of 3.0 per 1,000. This rise, though notable, still places the area well below the UK average. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 2 crimes per day in October, a figure that reflects the relatively low density of reported incidents. When scaled to the population of 16,135 residents, this translates to one crime occurring for roughly every 234 residents over the course of the month—a ratio that is markedly lower than the UK’s average exposure. This suggests that while the rate has risen from September, the overall level of crime remains significantly below national benchmarks, which may be influenced by the area’s smaller population and lower population density. The comparison also highlights the importance of contextual factors: Bradwell’s built-up area within Great Yarmouth likely benefits from shared policing resources and infrastructure with the broader town, which may contribute to its lower crime profile. However, the increase in public order and shoplifting offences indicates that local challenges persist, requiring targeted responses to address emerging trends without compromising the area’s overall safety.