Hopton on Sea Crime Rate

Introduction to Crime Statistics in Hopton on Sea

Hopton on Sea recorded an overall crime rate of 66.9 per 1,000 residents over the last year, positioning it below the national average of 93.4 per 1,000. The area boasts a strong safety score of 83 out of 100, placing it above the UK average of 78 and indicating a generally safe environment within this Built-Up Area (BUA). Crime trends in Hopton on Sea have shown an increasing direction, with a rise of 13.7% year-on-year. This section provides a detailed overview of crime data, offering valuable insights into specific crime types, trends, and comparisons with nearby areas to help residents understand the local safety landscape.

Crime Type Analysis in Hopton on Sea

In Hopton on Sea, the most prevalent crime types are violence and sexual offences, accounting for 50.6% of all reported incidents, at a rate of 33.8 per 1,000 residents. This is followed by anti-social behaviour, which constitutes 8.6% of crimes (5.8 per 1,000), and other theft, making up 8.6% of the total (5.8 per 1,000). These figures highlight areas where community and law enforcement efforts are primarily focused.

Property-related crime in Hopton on Sea stands at 20.4 per 1,000 residents, below the national average of 33.2 per 1,000. This category includes other theft (5.8 per 1,000), shoplifting (5.4 per 1,000), criminal damage and arson (4.6 per 1,000), burglary (3.5 per 1,000), and vehicle crime (1.1 per 1,000). For residents and homeowners, these statistics suggest a relatively lower risk for property-related offences, but vigilance remains important for safeguarding homes and possessions.

Crime Trends in Hopton on Sea

Over the past year, Hopton on Sea has experienced a notable increasing trend in its overall crime rate, with a rise of 13.7% year-on-year. Examining the monthly data reveals some fluctuations. Crime rates were around 5.4 per 1,000 in October 2024, dipping to a low of 2.7 in February 2025. This was followed by a significant increase, reaching 7.7 in March and a peak of 9.6 in August, before settling to 5.8 in September. This pattern suggests a consistent but significantly increasing crime level. For residents, this trend indicates a need for ongoing awareness, despite the area's overall moderate crime rate.

Understanding Time-Based Crime Patterns in Hopton on Sea

Crime patterns in Hopton on Sea show distinct variations throughout the day. Morning hours, between 6am and 12pm, are notable for a high proportion of theft-related offences (51%), alongside 'other' crimes (25%) and some burglaries (18%). As the day progresses into the afternoon (12pm-6pm), theft remains the most dominant category (51%), with burglaries also prominent (28%).

The evening period, from 6pm to 12am, sees 'other' crimes rising to 42% of incidents, while theft decreases to 22% and burglaries are still present (29%). During the night, from 12am to 6am, the focus shifts again, with 'other' crimes (32%) and burglaries (37%) becoming more prominent, along with some vehicle crime (19%). These patterns suggest different crime opportunities arise at various times, from daytime commercial activity to overnight property vulnerabilities.

Hopton on Sea Compared to Nearby Areas

When considering the broader regional context, Hopton on Sea's crime rate of 66.9 per 1,000 residents compares favourably to some nearby urban settlements. It is considerably safer than the Great Yarmouth Built-Up Area (234.5 per 1,000), indicating a much lower crime environment. Compared to Gorleston-on-Sea (87.9 per 1,000), Hopton on Sea has a lower crime rate, suggesting a slightly safer local environment. Bradwell (Great Yarmouth) (35.2 per 1,000) shows a lower crime rate, while Blundeston and Corton will likely have different crime profiles. This comparison highlights Hopton on Sea as a relatively safe community within the wider Great Yarmouth local authority, though with a moderate increase in crime year-on-year.

Enhancing Your Security in Hopton on Sea

Given Hopton on Sea's property crime rate of 20.4 per 1,000 residents, which is below the national average, proactive home security measures are still a valuable consideration. While traditional CCTV systems can record incidents, they often provide footage of a burglary rather than preventing it. Instead, consider adopting a proactive approach to protect your property.

Modern AI-powered home security operating systems like scOS are designed to prevent crime before it happens. These systems detect threats at your property boundary, rather than after an intruder has gained access. By integrating multi-camera intelligence, they watch all cameras simultaneously and learn your routines, differentiating between family, deliveries, and genuine threats. Features such as DVLA vehicle verification can instantly identify suspicious vehicles. This professional-grade deterrence ensures that potential burglars, who often decide within 60 seconds, are confronted with visible and active security, making them move on. Investing in such advanced, preventative security offers a significant advantage over reactive solutions, providing real-time intervention and enhanced peace of mind.