Cromer Crime Rate November 2025 | Monthly Statistics

Cromer's crime profile in November 2025 reveals a distinct balance of crime types that reflects both the area's character and seasonal influences. Violence and sexual offences dominate the crime mix, accounting for 43.6% of all reported incidents—significantly higher than the UK average for this category (2.6 per 1,000, 14% below). This emphasis on violent crime is notable in a coastal built-up area, where the relatively small population and tourism-related activity may contribute to a different dynamic compared to larger urban centres. Anti-social behaviour follows at 20.5%, slightly above the UK average, potentially influenced by the unique social fabric of a small coastal community. Meanwhile, property crimes such as criminal damage and arson account for 15.4% of incidents, a figure 51% above the UK average for this category. This disparity may be partially explained by the area's historical and architectural character, which could make properties more vulnerable to targeted damage. Seasonal factors in November—such as the transition to darker evenings, Bonfire Night, and the pre-Christmas shopping period—likely contribute to the fluctuation in crime types, with increased reports of violence during the month. The overall crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents is 28.8% below the UK average, illustrating that while violent crime remains a prominent concern, the area maintains a safer environment than the national benchmark. This contrast between the local and national crime profiles highlights the importance of understanding how specific regional factors shape the balance of crime types, ensuring that community resources and policing strategies remain appropriately aligned with local needs.

November 2025 saw a 39.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 28 to 17 incidents, a shift that may reflect reduced public gatherings during the darker evenings of the month. Conversely, anti-social behaviour surged by 60% compared to October, rising from five to eight incidents, potentially linked to seasonal events such as Bonfire Night. Possession of weapons and 'other crime' both doubled from zero to one incident each, highlighting emerging concerns that warrant further local scrutiny. The crime mix in Cromer remains significantly skewed towards violent crime, with 43.6% of incidents falling into this category—14% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. Meanwhile, public order offences dropped by 50%, and shoplifting also fell by 50%, consistent with the seasonal slowdown in retail activity during November. These fluctuations illustrate the dynamic interplay between local events and crime patterns, offering insights into how community-specific factors influence monthly trends.

Cromer's November 2025 crime rate of 5.2 per 1,000 residents marks a 23.5% decrease from the previous month's rate of 6.7, reflecting a sustained decline in overall criminal activity. This reduction aligns with a broader trend observed in the built-up area over recent months, suggesting stability in local policing efforts or community engagement initiatives. On a daily basis, the area experiences approximately one reported crime every 30 days, translating to a low-frequency environment where most residents are unlikely to encounter crime in their daily lives. When considering the monthly exposure figure, one crime occurred for roughly every 194 residents over the course of November, illustrating that the vast majority of the population remains unaffected by criminal incidents. This statistic, when contextualised against the area's population of 7,575, underscores the relatively low risk profile of Cromer compared to larger urban centres. The combination of a declining trend and low per capita incidence suggests that the built-up area maintains a safer environment than many comparable regions, though ongoing vigilance remains essential to sustain this position.