Caister-on-Sea Crime Rate September 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Caister-on-Sea's crime rate for September 2023 remained below the UK average, standing at 4.7 per 1,000 residents—41.2% lower than the national figure of 8.0. This statistic underscores the area's continued success in maintaining a relatively safe environment, particularly when compared to the broader UK context. The breakdown of crimes reveals a stark contrast in crime types: violence and sexual offences accounted for 65.9% of all reported incidents, significantly above the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000). Anti-social behaviour, however, was 40% below the UK average (1.3 per 1,000), reflecting a local strength in managing community disturbances. The low rate of property crimes—only 4 incidents, or 9.8% of the total—further highlights the area's unique profile. As a coastal built-up area within Great Yarmouth, Caister-on-Sea's crime picture is shaped by its seasonal rhythms, including the return to school and university freshers in September. These factors may contribute to increased violent crime during the month, as social activities intensify. However, the overall trend of sustained low crime rates, particularly in property-related offences, suggests that local initiatives and the area's characteristics—such as its compact, community-oriented layout—likely play a role in this outcome. The data also reveals a consistent pattern of lower burglary rates compared to the UK average, with only two incidents reported in September, a figure that is 38% below the national benchmark. This may be attributed to the area's residential density and the presence of local businesses that collaborate with law enforcement to deter crime.

September 2023 brought notable shifts in Caister-on-Sea's crime profile, with increases in violence and sexual offences marking a 42.1% rise from August's 19 incidents to 27. This surge, though concerning, remains below the UK average for this category (2.7 per 1,000). Burglary also saw a 100% increase, with two incidents reported—double the previous month's total. Bicycle theft, which had not occurred in August, rose to one incident, a 100% increase. These spikes may partly reflect seasonal factors, such as university freshers arriving in late August and early September. Conversely, criminal damage and arson dropped by 75%, from four incidents in August to one, a reduction that could indicate successful local deterrents. Anti-social behaviour also decreased by 22.2%, from nine to seven, suggesting potential effectiveness of community engagement efforts. The area's anti-social behaviour rate (0.8 per 1,000) was 40% below the UK average, underscoring a persistent strength in managing public order issues.

Caister-on-Sea's crime rate in September 2023 stood at 4.7 per 1,000 residents, a slight decline of 4.7% compared to the previous month's rate of 4.9. This reduction, though modest, aligns with the area's historically lower crime profile relative to the UK average. Over the course of the month, 41 crimes were reported, equating to roughly one crime per day. When scaled to the population of 8,764, this means one reported crime occurred for approximately every 214 residents. Such a monthly exposure rate provides context for residents, illustrating that the likelihood of experiencing a crime is relatively low compared to national trends. The shift in crime mix also merits attention: while violent crimes dominated (65.9% of total), property crimes remained minimal, with burglary and bicycle theft each contributing less than 5%. This contrast with the UK average, where property crimes typically account for a larger share, highlights the unique dynamics of Caister-on-Sea's built-up area within Great Yarmouth, where community-focused policing and local initiatives may contribute to this pattern.