Caister-on-Sea Crime Rate January 2026 | Monthly Statistics

Caister-on-Sea’s crime rate in January 2026 stood at 2.4 per 1,000 residents, a figure 64.7% below the UK average of 6.8 per 1,000. This stark contrast highlights the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to national trends. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 42.9% of all crimes, followed by anti-social behaviour (23.8%) and burglary (9.5%). These figures suggest a crime profile skewed toward interpersonal conflicts and low-level disorder rather than property crimes. Seasonal factors likely play a role: January typically sees reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, which may limit opportunities for crimes like shoplifting or theft from the person. However, the sharp increase in anti-social behaviour—despite the post-holiday lull—suggests other dynamics at play. The area’s coastal location and reliance on tourism could influence patterns, though January’s quieter season may temper some crime drivers. The low burglary rate (0.2 per 1,000) is consistent with Caister-on-Sea’s likely low-density housing and limited commercial activity outside peak tourist months. These figures collectively illustrate a community where violent and disorderly incidents dominate, but broader criminal activity remains subdued compared to the UK average.

January 2026 saw a dramatic 400% increase in anti-social behaviour, rising from 1 to 5 incidents. This surge, though still below the UK average (0.9 per 1,000), contrasts with a 47.1% decline in violence and sexual offences, which dropped from 17 to 9. The latter shift may reflect seasonal trends, as post-holiday periods often see reduced alcohol-fuelled disputes in coastal areas. Theft from the person and shoplifting both doubled from zero to one incident each, a spike that could indicate targeted opportunism during colder, shorter days. Violent crime in Caister-on-Sea remains 60% below the UK average (2.5 per 1,000), a consistent pattern that may stem from the area’s small, tight-knit community structure. Property crime also lags significantly: burglary (0.2 per 1,000) and criminal damage (0.2 per 1,000) are 29% and 58% below UK rates, respectively. These figures suggest that while certain crime types fluctuate month-to-month, Caister-on-Sea’s overall profile remains markedly safer than national benchmarks. For residents, the 400% rise in anti-social behaviour—though still low in absolute terms—may warrant closer attention to local initiatives addressing community cohesion.

Caister-on-Sea’s crime rate in January 2026 (2.4 per 1,000) marked a 27.5% decline from December’s 3.3 per 1,000. This downward trend aligns with seasonal patterns typical of coastal areas, where winter months often see reduced tourism and lower foot traffic in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area experienced roughly one crime per day over the 31-day period, a figure that may feel more tangible for residents. When scaled to the local population of 8,764, this translates to one reported crime for every 417 residents over the course of the month—a rate that underscores the area’s relative safety compared to the UK average. The monthly exposure metric (1-in-417) is particularly meaningful for community planning, as it provides a concrete benchmark for assessing risk. While the overall rate remains well below the UK average, the 400% increase in anti-social behaviour highlights the need for targeted interventions. These figures, when contextualized against the area’s coastal character and seasonal rhythms, suggest that crime management in Caister-on-Sea is heavily influenced by transient factors like tourism cycles and weather patterns.