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

In Gorleston-on-Sea, the per-capita risk of encountering crime in September 2023 was 6.6 incidents per 1,000 residents, placing the area 17.5% below the UK average. This translates to a roughly 1-in-151 chance of a reported crime affecting any resident over the course of the month. The most prevalent category was violence and sexual offences, accounting for 42.1% of all recorded crimes. This was followed by anti-social behaviour (13.2%) and criminal damage and arson (10.1%). The seasonal context of September—marked by the return of students to local schools and universities—may have influenced patterns, though the data shows a slight decline in violence and sexual offences compared to the start of the month. The coastal location likely contributes to the prominence of anti-social behaviour, as public spaces along the shoreline may attract larger crowds during evenings. However, the rate of property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remained lower than the UK average, suggesting that the area’s compact built-up nature may limit opportunities for such offences. The overall crime rate, while lower than the UK average, reflects a balance between the risks of violent crime and the relative safety of property-related incidents, shaped by the area’s demographics and geography.

September 2023 saw significant fluctuations in specific crime categories, with 'other crime' surging by 400% compared to the previous month. This jump, from 1 to 5 incidents, highlights an unexpected shift in the types of offences being reported, potentially linked to seasonal transitions or new local dynamics. Concurrently, drug-related offences doubled (2 to 6), and possession of weapons increased by 200%, suggesting potential changes in local enforcement patterns or community activity. On the other hand, bicycle theft dropped sharply by 66.7% (from 3 to 1), possibly due to the return of students to educational institutions, reducing the number of unsecured bikes in public spaces. The rate of violence and sexual offences also decreased by 5.6%, which may align with the end of summer holidays and the gradual return to routine schedules. The area’s rate of anti-social behaviour remains 33% below the UK average, a consistent trend that could reflect the effectiveness of local community initiatives or the character of the built-up coastal environment. These shifts underscore the importance of contextual factors in shaping crime trends, with seasonal changes and demographic movements playing a clear role in monthly variations.

The crime rate in Gorleston-on-Sea rose by 11.2% from 6.0 to 6.6 per 1,000 residents in September 2023, marking a slight increase compared to the previous month. On a daily basis, this translates to approximately 5 crimes reported each day, a figure that may feel more tangible to residents when considered alongside the monthly exposure rate: one reported crime occurred for roughly every 151 residents over the course of the month. This monthly aggregate provides a broader perspective, highlighting that while individual incidents may be sporadic, the overall risk remains relatively low compared to the UK average. The population context further illustrates this: with 23,947 residents, the 159 recorded crimes represent a manageable proportion of the community’s daily life. However, the increase in certain categories—such as 'other crime' and drug-related offences—suggests that local conditions may be evolving. These changes, while not dramatic, warrant attention from both residents and local authorities. The contrast with UK averages in specific areas, such as anti-social behaviour and vehicle crime, also reveals how Gorleston-on-Sea’s unique characteristics—its coastal location, compact built-up area, and seasonal rhythms—can influence crime patterns in ways distinct from larger urban or rural settings.