Sheringham Crime Rate December 2023 | Monthly Statistics

In December 2023, Sheringham maintained a crime rate of 2.0 per 1,000 residents, placing it 72.2% below the UK average of 7.2. This stark contrast underscores the area’s status as one of the safest in the country, even during a month typically associated with increased activity due to the holiday season. The crime profile was dominated by violence and sexual offences, which accounted for 42.9% of all reported incidents, followed by public order offences (14.3%) and shoplifting (14.3%). These figures, while relatively low, may be influenced by the seasonal context of December, which includes extended periods of darkness, the peak of Christmas shopping, and the presence of holiday events. The violence and sexual offences rate—0.9 per 1,000—was 66% below the UK average, a trend that could be attributed to the town’s character as a coastal resort with a transient population and limited nightlife compared to larger urban centres. Similarly, the low levels of property crime, particularly shoplifting, suggest that local retailers may benefit from the area’s lower foot traffic during the festive period. However, the increase in shoplifting and other theft by 100% compared to November indicates that targeted retail areas could still be vulnerable, albeit at a minimal scale. For residents, the per-capita perspective is reassuring: the probability of experiencing a crime in Sheringham during December was extremely low, with one reported incident occurring for every 502 residents. This level of safety is consistent with the area’s rural and coastal nature, where community cohesion and limited urban density likely contribute to lower crime rates. The seasonal context of December—dark evenings, holiday closures, and the movement of visitors—may have further reduced opportunities for crime, though the exact causal links remain speculative. Overall, the data illustrates an area where crime is not only infrequent but also low compared to national trends, offering residents a sense of security that aligns with the region’s character.

December 2023 marked a notable shift in Sheringham’s crime trends, with shoplifting and other theft both increasing by 100% compared to November. This rise, from one incident to two for each category, contrasts with the steep declines in criminal damage and arson (down 75%) and anti-social behaviour (down 66.7%). The area’s violent crime rate also fell by 45.5%, from 11 to 6 incidents, placing it 66% below the UK average for violence and sexual offences. This drop aligns with the seasonal context of December, where darker evenings and the holiday period may have reduced opportunities for such crimes. Meanwhile, the increase in shoplifting could be linked to Christmas shopping activity, though the low overall volume—just two incidents—suggests that local retail areas remain relatively secure. For residents, the most immediate takeaway is the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour, which fell from three to one incident, indicating a possible reduction in public disturbances during the festive period.

Sheringham’s crime rate in December 2023 fell to 2.0 per 1,000 residents, a 41.6% drop from the previous month’s rate of 3.4. This decline positions the area as one of the safest in the UK, with crime levels 72.2% below the national average. On a daily basis, the area saw an average of 0 crimes per day over the month, reflecting the low overall rate. When scaled to the population, this translates to one reported crime for every 502 residents over the course of December. For context, this means that the likelihood of any individual experiencing crime in Sheringham during the month was extremely low compared to the UK average. The drop in violent crimes, which fell by 45.5% from 11 to 6, and the sharp decline in anti-social behaviour (from 3 to 1) suggest a seasonal shift, possibly linked to the quieter holiday period and reduced foot traffic in the town. These figures highlight the area’s consistent safety profile, even during a month typically associated with increased retail activity and social events.