Sheringham Crime Rate July 2023 | Monthly Statistics

Violence and sexual offences dominated Sheringham’s crime profile in July 2023, accounting for 30.4% of all reported incidents. This category, with 7 cases recorded, was 64% below the UK average of 2.8 per 1,000 residents, reflecting the area’s unique characteristics. As a coastal town in North Norfolk, Sheringham’s crime profile is shaped by its seasonal rhythms, with July marking the peak of tourism and outdoor events. The high number of visitors during this time may contribute to increased opportunities for anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 26.1% of crimes—also 37% below the UK average. However, the overall crime rate of 3.3 per 1,000 residents was 60.2% below the UK average, underscoring the area’s relative safety. While property crimes (8 cases) and violent crimes (7 cases) were evenly split, the most significant declines were seen in violence and sexual offences. This reduction may be tied to the summer break, which typically sees fewer late-night incidents in the town’s pubs and public spaces. The low rate of criminal damage and arson (0.6 per 1,000) compared to the UK average (0.6 per 1,000) suggests that the town’s small population and limited commercial activity reduce opportunities for such offences. Seasonal factors, including the absence of school holidays and the presence of festivals, likely influenced the distribution of crime types, though the overall trend remains one of low crime incidence.

July 2023 saw a 56.3% decrease in violence and sexual offences, dropping from 16 to 7 incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This decline may be linked to seasonal factors, such as the summer break reducing alcohol-fuelled incidents in local pubs and public spaces. Conversely, burglary increased by 100%, with one incident reported after none in June. Anti-social behaviour rose by 20%, potentially influenced by increased foot traffic during festivals and events. Sheringham’s rate for violence and sexual offences (1.0 per 1,000) is 64% below the UK average (2.8 per 1,000), a gap that suggests the area’s low population density and coastal character contribute to lower violent crime. Residents may find the daily crime count of one incident per day a useful benchmark for local safety awareness.

Sheringham’s crime rate in July 2023 dropped by 36.1% compared to the previous month, reflecting a significant shift in local crime dynamics. The daily crime count averaged one incident per day, a figure that aligns with the area’s small population of 7,031 residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 306 residents, illustrating the low frequency of incidents relative to the population size. This monthly exposure metric highlights the relatively safe environment in Sheringham, where crime remains far below national averages. The population-scaled perspective further underscores that even minor fluctuations in crime numbers can be meaningful in a small community. While the overall rate has declined, the distribution of crime types has shifted, with some categories rising and others falling sharply. This contrast between absolute numbers and proportional changes provides a nuanced view of local safety trends.