Gorleston-on-Sea Crime Rate August 2025 | Monthly Statistics

August 2025 marked a combination of stability and concern for Gorleston-on-Sea, a coastal built-up area within Great Yarmouth. The overall crime rate of 7.7 per 1,000 residents placed the area 4.9% below the UK average of 8.1, a figure that suggests a relatively safer environment compared to the national landscape. However, this aggregate statistic masks significant variations in specific crime types. Violence and sexual offences accounted for 36.2% of all incidents, a proportion that aligns with the area’s character as a tourist destination where interactions between residents and visitors may contribute to such incidents. Shoplifting and anti-social behaviour each constituted 12.4% of total crimes, the latter being 32% below the UK average — a contrast that may reflect the community’s proactive approach to managing public disorder. Seasonal factors also played a role: August, as a peak holiday month, brought increased foot traffic and the presence of temporary residents, which may have heightened opportunities for property-related crimes. Yet, despite these pressures, burglary rates remained 63% below the UK average, due to the area’s compact layout and the prevalence of local policing. The data underscores the need for a nuanced understanding of crime patterns, where the lower overall rate coexists with pockets of concern, such as the sharp rise in vehicle crime and the persistent challenge of shoplifting.

August 2025 saw alarming spikes in several crime categories, with vehicle crime surging by 266.7% (from 3 to 11 incidents) — a jump that may reflect increased traffic during the summer tourist season or vulnerabilities in vehicle security. Robbery also rose sharply, doubling from zero to four cases, a troubling development that warrants heightened awareness in public spaces. Public order offences increased by 90%, reaching 19 incidents, likely tied to the influx of visitors and the associated pressures on local infrastructure. Conversely, some categories saw declines: other crime fell by two-thirds, and theft from the person dropped by half, possibly due to increased police presence or community initiatives. Shoplifting in Gorleston-on-Sea remains 59% above the UK average (0.6 per 1,000), a figure that highlights the need for targeted retail security measures. Residents should remain vigilant, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and during late-night hours, as these trends suggest a shift in criminal activity patterns.

Gorleston-on-Sea’s crime rate in August 2025 remained stable at 7.7 per 1,000 residents, matching the previous month’s rate. This consistency suggests no abrupt shifts in overall crime trends. Locally, 185 crimes were reported over 31 days, averaging six incidents daily — a figure that, while low compared to larger urban centres, underscores the need for vigilance in targeted areas. On a monthly basis, one crime was reported for every 129 residents, a statistic that contextualises the scale of incidents within the community. The population of 23,947 means each resident faces a relatively low risk, but the distribution of crime types reveals pockets of concern. For instance, vehicle crime surged by 266.7% compared to July, indicating a potential link to increased traffic or unsecured vehicles during the summer tourist season. This contrast between the stable overall rate and the spikes in specific offences highlights the importance of localised awareness and targeted measures.