Great Yarmouth Crime Rate February 2024 | Monthly Statistics

For residents of Great Yarmouth, the crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 in February 2024 translates to a 1-in-142 chance of experiencing a reported crime over the course of the month. While this rate is 1.4% below the UK average of 7.1, the distribution of crime types reveals a distinct local profile. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 45.9% of all incidents, a figure that is 28% higher than the UK average. This suggests that factors such as the town’s nightlife or social dynamics may contribute to elevated levels of violent crime. Anti-social behaviour, meanwhile, accounts for 13.3% of incidents but remains 14% below the UK average, possibly reflecting effective community policing or local initiatives. The seasonal context of February—a winter month with low outdoor activity and a pre-spring lull—may explain the lower prevalence of property crimes like shoplifting, which fell by 22.9% compared to January. However, the sharp rise in bicycle theft (75% increase) could be tied to the return of cyclists or changes in local transportation patterns. These patterns highlight the need for targeted interventions in areas with high concentrations of violent crime while also acknowledging the broader seasonal influences on crime trends.

February 2024 saw notable shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft surging by 75% compared to January—a jump from 4 to 7 incidents. This increase could be linked to the return of cyclists after winter holidays or changes in local transportation habits. Conversely, shoplifting decreased by 22.9%, reflecting a 11-incident drop from 48 to 37. This decline may align with lower foot traffic during the winter months, though the town’s coastal tourism infrastructure typically drives retail activity. Violence and sexual offences remained high, at 28% above the UK average, with 325 incidents contributing 45.9% of all crimes. Meanwhile, anti-social behaviour fell 14% below the UK average, suggesting local efforts in community engagement or policing may be effective. A particularly striking contrast appears in vehicle crime, which was 55% below the UK average, due to the town’s compact layout and limited parking spaces reducing opportunities for such crimes.

In February 2024, Great Yarmouth recorded a crime rate of 7.0 per 1,000 residents, an 8.8% decrease from the previous month’s rate of 7.7 per 1,000. This decline aligns with the typical pre-spring lull in activity, though winter’s lingering effects may still influence crime patterns. On a daily basis, the area experienced an average of 24 crimes per day, a figure that translates to roughly one reported crime for every 142 residents over the course of the month. This monthly exposure rate offers a tangible measure of risk: if a resident lived through 12 months of similar conditions, they would encounter one crime every 1.2 years. When compared to the UK average, Great Yarmouth’s rate remains 1.4% below the national figure, though this narrow margin reflects localized factors such as the town’s coastal tourism infrastructure and seasonal fluctuations in foot traffic. The population context further underscores that while the overall rate is slightly lower than the UK average, the distribution of crime types—particularly violence and anti-social behaviour—deviates significantly from national trends, warranting closer examination of local dynamics.