Gorleston-on-Sea Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

The crime mix in Gorleston-on-Sea for February 2024 reveals a distinct pattern dominated by violent crimes, which accounted for nearly half of all incidents. Violence and sexual offences (76 cases, 49% of total) were 28% above the UK average, a figure that may reflect the area’s status as a coastal resort with a mix of residential and tourist activity. Anti-social behaviour (19 cases, 12.3%) and public order offences (12 cases, 7.7%) followed, contributing to a profile that contrasts with more property crime-heavy regions. This balance of crime types aligns with the area’s character as a seaside town where nightlife and transient populations may contribute to higher rates of violent and disorderly incidents. Seasonal factors also played a role, as February—a winter month with limited outdoor activity—typically sees a lull in retail-related crimes like shoplifting, which dropped by 63.6% compared to January. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime (from 2 to 7 incidents) and bicycle theft (from zero to 4) suggests emerging vulnerabilities, linked to increased reliance on cars during colder weather or unsecured bike storage in public areas. The overall crime rate of 6.5 per 1,000, 8.5% below the UK average, indicates that while the area faces specific challenges in managing violence and anti-social behaviour, its broader crime profile remains relatively stable compared to national trends. This profile underscores the need for targeted strategies that address both the immediate risks of violent crime and the evolving patterns in vehicle and property-related offences.

February 2024 saw sharp increases in vehicle crime (+250%), bicycle theft (+100%), and robbery (+100%), all of which point to a significant shift in the crime profile. Vehicle crime, now at 7 incidents, may partly explain this surge due to colder weather driving more people to rely on cars. Bicycle theft, which rose from zero to four incidents, contrasts with the UK average of 0.1 per 1,000, indicating a 233% gap that warrants attention. Meanwhile, shoplifting fell by 63.6% to four incidents, a drop that could be linked to the pre-spring lull in tourist activity and reduced retail footfall. Violent crimes, at 76 total, remain 28% above the UK average of 2.5 per 1,000, suggesting a persistent challenge in managing public safety in this coastal area. These fluctuations underscore the need for targeted interventions in high-risk categories, even as overall crime rates decline.

Gorleston-on-Sea’s crime rate in February 2024 dropped by 12.4% compared to January, falling from 7.4 to 6.5 per 1,000 residents. This decline aligns with seasonal patterns typical of coastal areas, where winter months often see reduced outdoor activity and lower foot traffic in public spaces. On a daily basis, the area experienced approximately 5 crimes per day in February, a figure that, while consistent with local rhythms, remains lower than the UK average. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 154 residents, a monthly exposure rate that suggests a relatively stable environment compared to more densely populated urban centres. The population context further highlights the area’s smaller size—23,947 residents—meaning crime incidents are more spread out per capita than in larger cities, though localised hotspots in high-traffic zones may still exist. This comparison underscores that while overall crime is down, targeted efforts to address specific categories like vehicle crime or anti-social behaviour could yield further reductions.