Great Yarmouth Crime Rate February 2025 | Monthly Statistics

In February 2025, Great Yarmouth’s crime rate of 7.8 per 1,000 residents places it 16.4% above the UK average, a figure that translates to one in every 129 residents encountering a crime over the course of the month. This coastal resort town, known for its tourism and seasonal fluctuations, sees violence and sexual offences dominate the crime profile, accounting for 44% of all incidents. These offences, at 3.4 per 1,000, are 45% higher than the UK average, likely influenced by the area’s transient population and social dynamics during winter months. Anti-social behaviour, though lower than the UK rate (0.9 vs 1.0 per 1,000), remains a significant concern, potentially linked to the town’s nightlife and tourist activity. Seasonal factors appear to shape the crime profile: February’s low outdoor activity may dampen opportunities for property crimes, yet the persistent high rate of violence suggests deeper socio-economic challenges. The breakdown also reveals criminal damage and arson at 0.8 per 1,000 (67% above UK average), tied to the area’s historic buildings and the seasonal lull in maintenance. While the overall rate is concerning, the 35% lower shoplifting rate compared to the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000) may reflect effective retail security measures or reduced foot traffic during the winter months. These patterns, when viewed through a per-capita lens, highlight the everyday risks faced by residents, from the likelihood of encountering violence to the potential for property damage in shared spaces.

February 2025 saw significant shifts in crime patterns, with bicycle theft rising 57.1% (7 to 11 incidents) and robbery increasing by 25% (4 to 5). These trends may reflect seasonal factors, such as increased cycling during colder months or targeted thefts in high-traffic areas. Conversely, possession of weapons dropped 60% (from 10 to 4), and anti-social behaviour fell by 27.3% (from 128 to 93), suggesting possible improvements in community policing or reduced public gatherings. Violence and sexual offences in Great Yarmouth remain 45% above the UK average (3.4 per 1,000), while anti-social behaviour is 7% below the UK rate (0.9 vs 1.0 per 1,000). For residents, the 35% lower shoplifting rate compared to the UK average (0.4 vs 0.6 per 1,000) may indicate effective retail security measures or lower foot traffic in commercial zones.

Great Yarmouth’s crime rate in February 2025 (7.8 per 1,000 residents) marks a 14.5% decline from the previous month’s 9.1 per 1,000. This reduction aligns with typical seasonal patterns, as winter’s low outdoor activity may temper opportunities for certain crimes. Daily, the area experiences approximately 28 crimes, a figure that translates to a local resident encountering a crime roughly every 129 days. While this monthly exposure is notable, it underscores the need for situational awareness in public spaces. The population context further illustrates that each resident faces a 0.78% chance of being directly affected by a crime in February, a rate that is 16.4% higher than the UK average. These figures, when contextualised with the area’s coastal character and tourist seasonality, suggest that crime dynamics may be influenced by both local infrastructure and transient populations.