Burgh Castle Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime Statistics in Burgh Castle

Burgh Castle recorded an overall crime rate of 51.5 per 1,000 residents over the last year, positioning it significantly below the national average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area boasts a strong safety score of 86 out of 100, placing it well above the UK average of 78 and indicating a generally safe environment within this Built-Up Area (BUA). Crime trends in Burgh Castle have shown a decreasing direction, with a fall of 8.0% year-on-year. This section provides a detailed overview of crime data, offering valuable insights into specific crime types, trends, and comparisons with nearby areas to help residents understand the local safety landscape.

Crime Type Analysis in Burgh Castle

In Burgh Castle, the most prevalent crime types are violence and sexual offences, accounting for 43.5% of all reported incidents, at a rate of 22.4 per 1,000 residents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 17.4% of crimes (9.0 per 1,000), and criminal damage and arson, making up 10.9% of the total (5.6 per 1,000). These figures highlight areas where community and law enforcement efforts are primarily focused.

Property-related crime in Burgh Castle stands at 12.9 per 1,000 residents, significantly below the national average of 33.2 per 1,000. This category includes other theft (3.9 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (5.6 per 1,000), burglary (1.7 per 1,000), vehicle crime (1.1 per 1,000), and robbery (0.6 per 1,000). For residents and homeowners, these statistics suggest a relatively low risk for property-related offences, but vigilance remains important for safeguarding homes and possessions.

Crime Trends in Burgh Castle

Over the past year, Burgh Castle has experienced a decreasing trend in its overall crime rate, with a fall of 8.0% year-on-year. Examining the monthly data reveals some fluctuations. Crime rates were around 2.2 per 1,000 in October 2024, rising to 6.2 in November and May. A low of 1.1 was seen in April 2025. Rates remained elevated through summer, with 6.7 in July, before settling to 6.2 in September. This pattern suggests a generally decreasing crime level, with some monthly variability. For residents, this trend indicates a positive shift in overall safety, but ongoing awareness of these patterns is still beneficial.

Understanding Time-Based Crime Patterns in Burgh Castle

Crime patterns in Burgh Castle show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours, between 6am and 12pm, are notable for a high proportion of theft-related offences (46%), alongside 'other' crimes (38%) and some burglaries (9%). As the day progresses into the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the most dominant category (49%), with 'other' crimes also prominent (34%).

The evening period, from 6pm to 12am, sees 'other' crimes rising to 61% of incidents, while theft decreases to 18% and burglaries are still present (13%). During the night, from 12am to 6am, the focus shifts again, with 'other' crimes (49%) and vehicle crime (21%) becoming more prominent, along with a higher percentage of burglaries (20%). These patterns suggest different crime opportunities arise at various times, from daytime activity to overnight property vulnerabilities.

Burgh Castle Compared to Nearby Areas

When considering the broader regional context, Burgh Castle's crime rate of 51.5 per 1,000 residents is notably lower than some nearby urban settlements. It is significantly safer than the Great Yarmouth Built-Up Area (234.5 per 1,000) and also lower than Gorleston-on-Sea (87.9 per 1,000), indicating a comparatively safer local environment. Compared to Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) (35.2 per 1,000) and Belton (Great Yarmouth) (45.6 per 1,000), Burgh Castle has a slightly higher crime rate. This comparison highlights Burgh Castle as a relatively safe community within the wider Great Yarmouth local authority, though with a moderate decrease in crime year-on-year.

Enhancing Your Security in Burgh Castle

Given Burgh Castle's property crime rate of 12.9 per 1,000 residents, which is significantly below the national average, proactive home security measures are still a valuable consideration. While traditional CCTV systems can record incidents, they often provide footage of a burglary rather than preventing it. Instead, consider adopting a proactive approach to protect your property.

Modern AI-powered home security operating systems like scOS are designed to prevent crime before it happens. These systems detect threats at your property boundary, rather than after an intruder has gained access. By integrating multi-camera intelligence, they watch all cameras simultaneously and learn your routines, differentiating between family, deliveries, and genuine threats. Features such as DVLA vehicle verification can instantly identify suspicious vehicles. This professional-grade deterrence ensures that potential burglars, who often decide within 60 seconds, are confronted with visible and active security, making them move on. Investing in such advanced, preventative security offers a significant advantage over reactive solutions, providing real-time intervention and enhanced peace of mind.