Great Yarmouth Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Great Yarmouth’s crime profile in July 2023 reveals a striking dominance of violent and anti-social crimes, with violence and sexual offences accounting for 45% of all reported incidents. This balance of crime types suggests a local environment where interpersonal conflicts and public disorder are prominent, possibly influenced by the area’s status as a coastal resort. The overall crime rate of 10.7 per 1,000 residents is 28.9% above the UK average, a significant disparity that may be tied to the summer season, when tourism peaks and outdoor events draw crowds. The high proportion of anti-social behaviour (16.3%) and criminal damage (8.3%) could be linked to the transient nature of visitors and the pressures of a busy tourist economy. Meanwhile, property crimes such as burglary and vehicle crime remain below the UK average, indicating that the area’s crime challenges are more concentrated in violent and disruptive offences. Seasonal factors likely play a role in this pattern: with schools out and festivals in full swing, public spaces may become more prone to disorder, while the influx of visitors could contribute to theft and anti-social incidents. However, the relative stability in property crime rates suggests that local efforts in securing retail and residential areas may be effective, even as violent crime remains a pressing concern. This mix of crime types highlights the need for targeted interventions in areas with high foot traffic and during peak summer months.

July 2023 saw a 200% increase in bicycle theft, jumping from 4 to 12 incidents, a sharp rise that may reflect the influx of tourists and cyclists during the summer season. Other crime also surged by 92.3%, with 25 reported incidents, suggesting a broader uptick in non-specific criminal activity. Theft from the person rose by 14.3%, though it remains below the UK average. Conversely, possession of weapons fell by 41.7%, from 12 to 7, and robbery dropped by 20%, from 5 to 4. These fluctuations indicate shifting patterns in criminal behaviour. Violence and sexual offences, at 4.8 per 1,000, are 73% above the UK average, a stark contrast to categories like vehicle crime, which are 58% below the national rate. This divergence underscores the area’s unique challenges, where violent crime dominates despite lower rates in property-related offences. For residents, the significant rise in bicycle theft may be a practical concern, prompting increased vigilance in securing personal belongings.

In July 2023, Great Yarmouth’s crime rate rose by 5.0% from June’s 10.2 to 10.7 per 1,000 residents, reflecting a continued upward trend. Daily, the area experienced approximately 35 crimes, a figure that underscores the persistent presence of criminal activity in local neighbourhoods. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for every 94 residents, a monthly exposure rate that highlights the frequency of incidents in a community of 100,529 people. This rate is higher than the UK average, yet the daily context provides a tangible measure of risk for residents. The population-scaled perspective reveals that while the overall rate remains elevated, the distribution of crime types suggests specific local challenges. For instance, the high proportion of violent crimes and anti-social behaviour may be exacerbated by the summer tourism season, which brings increased foot traffic and crowded public spaces. These factors, combined with the area’s coastal character, likely contribute to the patterns observed.