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

Gorleston-on-Sea's crime rate in January 2024 stood at 7.4 per 1,000 residents, precisely matching the UK average. This parity with national statistics underscores the area's alignment with broader crime trends, though the composition of incidents reveals local peculiarities. Violence and sexual offences were the most prevalent category, accounting for 46.9% of all reported crimes, a figure that exceeds the UK average by 35%. Anti-social behaviour followed closely at 15.3%, also outpacing the national rate by 11%. These patterns may be influenced by the area's character as a coastal resort town within Great Yarmouth, where seasonal fluctuations and tourism dynamics could impact crime profiles. The post-holiday period in January, marked by reduced retail footfall and shorter daylight hours, may have contributed to a shift in crime types, with violent offences linked to indoor social settings or post-Christmas transitions. However, the rate of shoplifting, while rising by 83.3% compared to December, remains 12% below the UK average, suggesting effective local measures or changes in consumer behaviour. This juxtaposition of national parity with local variations highlights the need for nuanced analysis, as the area's unique demographics and geography shape its crime profile distinctively from other regions.

January 2024 saw a 250% increase in drug-related crimes, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge, while significant, remains below the UK average for this category by 43%. Anti-social behaviour also rose sharply, with a 107.7% increase to 27 incidents, outpacing the UK average by 11%. Shoplifting, however, showed an 83.3% increase to 11 incidents, though this rate remains 12% below the national average. Vehicle crime fell by 71.4% compared to the previous month, dropping from 7 to 2 incidents, a stark contrast to the 80% UK average. The shift in crime mix highlights a growing focus on drugs and anti-social behaviour, which together account for 22.8% of all incidents. These changes may reflect seasonal factors, such as reduced retail activity during the post-holiday period, or localized pressures within the community. Residents may find the 12% gap in shoplifting rates particularly noteworthy, suggesting a possible success in local deterrents or changes in consumer behaviour.

Gorleston-on-Sea's crime rate in January 2024 remained exactly in line with the UK average at 7.4 per 1,000 residents. While the overall figure shows parity with national statistics, the distribution of crime types reveals distinct local patterns. Daily crime activity averaged six reported incidents per day, a figure that translates to roughly one crime for every 135 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure provides a tangible sense of risk for residents, though this is a local aggregate and not directly comparable to UK-wide daily metrics. The area's population of 23,947 means that crime rates are scaled to a community of this size, offering a more granular view of local safety than national averages alone. The previous month's rate of 7.0 per 1,000 shows a 6.0% increase, suggesting a slight uptick in crime activity that may be linked to seasonal transitions or local events. However, this change does not necessarily indicate a broader trend, as the overall rate remains stable relative to the UK context.