Great Yarmouth Crime Rate June 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Great Yarmouth's crime rate in June 2024 stood at 10.4 per 1,000 residents, placing the area 26.8% above the UK average of 8.2. This disparity highlights a significant divergence in local crime patterns, with violence and sexual offences dominating the landscape. These incidents accounted for 43.3% of all crimes, far exceeding the UK average rate of 2.8 per 1,000. The town's summer season likely contributes to this trend, as coastal areas often experience heightened activity during this period. Anti-social behaviour (16.7% of total crimes) and criminal damage and arson (9.9%) also showed marked increases compared to national figures. While property crimes make up 28% of the total, the dominance of violent crime contrasts with the UK's more balanced distribution. Seasonal factors may play a role, as tourism begins to pick up in June, potentially increasing opportunities for certain offences. However, the data also reveals anomalies: shoplifting rates were 35% below the UK average, due to improved retail security measures or reduced foot traffic in some areas. This mix of elevated and suppressed crime types suggests a combination of local dynamics, including the impact of summer events, policing strategies, and the town's unique demographic profile as a coastal resort.

June 2024 saw a 250% increase in bicycle theft, rising from 2 to 7 incidents. This surge aligns with the start of summer, when cycling activity typically rises in coastal areas. Theft from the person also rose sharply by 71.4%, from 7 to 12 cases, possibly linked to increased foot traffic in tourist areas. Meanwhile, robbery rates fell by 50% (from 8 to 4), and other crime decreased by 48.1% (from 27 to 14), suggesting some crime types are being addressed effectively. Violence and sexual offences remain the dominant category, with 454 incidents (4.5 per 1,000), 63% above the UK average. This imbalance may reflect local factors such as the town's nightlife and public events during the summer season. Shoplifting rates in Great Yarmouth were 35% below the UK average, a contrast to the sharp rise in other theft categories.

Great Yarmouth's crime rate in June 2024 rose to 10.4 per 1,000 residents, a 4.4% increase from the previous month's 10.0. This places the area 26.8% above the UK average of 8.2, a gap that has widened slightly over recent months. Daily crime activity in June averaged 35 incidents, translating to roughly one reported crime for every 96 residents over the course of the month. While this monthly exposure rate is higher than the UK average (which is not provided for comparison), the local context reveals a distinct pattern: violent crime, which accounts for 43.3% of all incidents, significantly outpaces national trends. The population-scaled perspective underscores that while the overall rate is elevated, the distribution of crime types diverges sharply from the UK profile, with property crimes making up just 28% of the total compared to the UK's more balanced mix. This suggests a community-specific dynamic, potentially influenced by the town's coastal character and seasonal activity.